Description
The Leica III was introduced in May 1933 and produced until 1939. It was the first model with long shutter speeds and dioptric correction for the viewfinder. Furthermore, the housing had two strap lugs for fastening a carrying strap. In the course of the production time, 27.366 pieces were made in black lacquer and 49.091 pieces in silver chrome.
Originally available in black lacquered version with nickel-plated elements, the surface of the elements changed from October 1936 to silver chrome. Such cameras are much more rare than the black lacquered first version.
The offered Leica III No. 215318 comes from the year 1933 and is equipped with a silver chromed Elmar 3.5/5cm No. 692779, from the year 1949.
The technical condition is very good. The viewfinder and rangefinder are clear and contrast-rich as well as in full working order. The vulcanite body cover has been partly detached butstill remains on the camera body and is completely intact!
total production: 27.366 units in back paint
Rarity: R7
Rarity foreast: R7
