Description
The Leica IIIf was introduced in 1950 by Leica and was the successing model of the Leica IIIc. The shutter mechanism design of the Leica IIIf is based on a modification of the ball-bearing constrution built during the war and was extremely reliable and robust. The self-timer built into the camera from 1954 on is a further development of the first version, which was introduced for the first time in the Leica IIId. In addition, the Leica IIIf also offered the possibility to use the mechanical Leicavit rapid winder.
Overall, it can be said that the Leica IIIf combined the best features of all previous Leica models at the time of its market launch in 1950, and with the available flash synchronization also has an important new function.
During the construction period from 1950 to 1957 three different basic types of the Leica IIIf were produced. The first version had a black dial for flash synchronization, a classic range of shutter speeds and no built-in self-timer.
The second version had a red dial and a new shutter speed scale. These models were available from 1952 and had, in addition to the new graduation of the shutter speeds, a new shutter speed mechanism.
The third version was based on the Leica IIIf with newly designed shutter and brought with it a built-in self-timer. This version was built from 1954 until the production end.
Offered is a Leica IIIf of the second version from the year 1953. The technical and cosmetical condition is very good.
The camara is equipped with a Summicron 2,0/5cm lens from the year 1953 (with thorium glas) and a Leicavit rapid winder. This set is historic correct combination.
Total production: approx. 54.000 units with red dial
Rarity: R5
Rariyt forecast: R5
