![]() It looks as though a film has never passed through camera. Removing the bottom plate, I found the interior perfect. Even the little L seal inside the lens mount is untouched-an aspect that will be appreciated by any buyer. It is sweet as a nut and the shutter timings sound about right (although, as Ivor pointed out, he hadn’t had time to send it off for service). ![]() The 1964 M2 is in impressive condition and looks like it left the factory yesterday rather than in the mid sixties. After examining the fading document from R.G.Lewis I had a closer look at the goods. The camera in its original box with instructions and the plastic Ernst Leitz bag that would have protected the M2 while in transit Fading resistance I thought it would make a nice story at the very least. I am a sucker for a bit of documentation to go with any classic Leica that crosses my path. Anyway, I fancied a chat with Ivor and Elaine Cooper, custodians of Leicas old and new.Īnything to report? Well, said Ivor, we have just taken in a remarkable M2 kit on part-exchange and, guess what, it comes with the original hire-purchase documents from the mid 1960s. It’s a brave Leica fan who can resist the mellifluous Siren calls from within this particular establishment. ![]() I was walking along Old Street in the City of London, minding my own business as usual, when the frontage of Red Dot Cameras hove into view. Here’s how I stumbled upon a one-owner gem of an outfit complete with an interesting history. But an impeccable provenance helps no end. There is nothing particularly remarkable about a 1960s Leica M2 and 50mm f/2.8 Elmar, even in mint condition. ![]()
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