Leica IIIa Body with Leitz Elmar Lens f3.5 f=5cm (ADOOR). Graded EXC+ #10036

This 1936 Leica IIIa with Elmar 3.5 f=5cm lens is in excellent condition. The lens is in a similar condition, though does have some internal haze. The IIIa model was the first Leica with 1/1000 shutter speed. Included (might not be in photographs): Original leather case. Cosmetic: Moderate wear with some minor brassing on the flash holder.

Excellent condition considering its age. Optical: Some minor marks and tiny scratches on the front element.

Mechanical: Shutter, focus and rangefinder working. Dust/Haze: A moderate amount of internal dust and haze due to age. Signs of light use, but not misuse. We are specialists in medium and large format photographic equipment.

Our primary focus is equipment that is both usable and collectible. We can arrange collection and will pay cash. We carefully inspect, grade, check and test all items prior to sale. Damage that will affect the picture quality. Marks that may be considered unsightly, though will not affect the picture.

All items are guaranteed for 90 days. These must be unused and in their original condition and packing. Based on customer feedback we have revised our product gradings to be easier to understand. Like New: As new with box and paperwork. Like New Minus: Close inspection reveals slight signs of wear.

Excellent Plus: Signs of light use, but not misuse. Excellent: Signs of normal use consistent with age. Showing signs of heavy use. Bargain: Rough with functional and/or cosmetic damage. Glass heavily marked or fungus.

As-is: Usable for parts only. The item "Leica IIIa Body with Leitz Elmar Lens f3.5 f=5cm (ADOOR). Graded EXC+ #10036" is in sale since Thursday, October 21, 2021. This item is in the category "Cameras & Photography\Film Photography\Film Cameras". The seller is "camley-photographic" and is located in UK.

This item can be shipped worldwide.

Brand: Leica
MPN: ADOOR
Model: IIIa
Type: 35mm
Focus Type: Manual