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Leica M2-R and 35/2 Summicron v3

kermaier

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Up for sale are a Leica M2-R camera and 35mm f/2 Summicron v3 lens, both with fresh CLA by Youxin Ye. Asking $1175 each or $2250 for the set, including PayPal and shipping within the USA.

M2-R body $1175

The Leica M2-R camera is a civilian version of the M2-S (KS15-4). Leica produced about 800 units of the M2-S for the US military in 1964, followed by 2000 units of the M2-R in 1969 for the civilian market. The main difference between an M2-R and a normal M2 is that the M2-R has the M4-style rapid-loader system. Also, not to be discounted, is the fact that an M2-R is the latest production M2 you can find, being 10 years younger than most.

Overall, the M2-R is one of the more uncommon of the classic M cameras, and arguably the most usable of the elemental meterless bodies, with its uncluttered 35/50/90 viewfinder and M4 film loading.

This example just received a CLA from Youxin Ye, so the viewfinder is clean and bright, rangefinder is contrasty and properly adjusted, film advance is smooth and shutter speeds are accurate. There is some wear on the film pressure plate and guide rails, but nothing to be concerned about. Cosmetically, the camera is in excellent user condition: Small nicks and surface wear scattered about, with heavier wear and dings around the strap lugs. The original Vulcanite is in very good shape, with just the usual minor chipping around the base plate hook, and a slightly raised bump below the eyepice. (I considered having the Vulcanite replaced with Aki-Asahi 4008, but ultimately decided to leave it in original condition for the next owner.) Comes with a modern plastic body cap.

35mm f/2 Summicron v3 $1175

The 35mm Summicron is one of the classic rangefinder lenses. The serial number dates this one to 1971. The lens just received a CLA from Youxin Ye, so it's got clean glass and smooth focus and aperture action. There are a few specs of dust internally, and a moderate amount of paint wear externally. Overall, a perfect user lens. Includes a rear cap.

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PayPal fees and shipping within the US are included in the asking prices; overseas shipping is extra at cost.
In-person transactions are possible in Norther NJ or NYC.

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