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**Unique Leica M6J/MP prototype previously owned by "Conflict Zone" photojournalist**
I purchased this unique Leica M6J/MP prototype from a photojournalist who worked in various remote regions and "conflict zones".
All of the 40th Anniversary M6J's, like all other M6s, suffered from view finder flare or "whiteout", something that had been eliminated in the M3 but was not carried forward in the M6. The previous owner was able to get Leica Wetzlar to incorporate the M3 viewfinder components in his M6J at the same time that they did a CLA on the camera after it was used during a Gaza Strip conflict. While the CLA was being done he also obtained a silver chrome Leicavit that had been developed for the Japanese collector market, of which, he told me, thre were less than 100 made. Both of these advances in the M camera were ultimately incorporated into the MP. This partilular camera has the engraving on the top plate "40 Jahre Leica M 1954-1994" but, probably because it was a prototype not built during a regular M6J production run, does not have an M6J serial number. The flare-free viewfinder, M3 type finder "framed" windows and Leicavit M make this camera unique among M6J's, but its provenance as a camera used by a working conflict zone photographer adds interest. Mechanically, the camera is operating perfectly, as it should be following a CLA in Wetzlar. Cosmetically it is excellent, but there is a small area of brassing right where the phototographer's thumb came to rest—probably thousands of times—next to the film advance lever. Otherwise the finish is perfect, and to me, the brassing gives it some character. Of course, what one sees looking through the upgraded viewfinder is sharp and clear.
Price includes silver chrome M6J camera body, 50/2.8 Elmar Collapsible lens, silver chrome lens hood and early chrome Leicavit but no box or paperwork. Price - $10,150. Will also accept a partial trade of new or super-low-click silver chrome M9-P plus $3000.
Paypal or bank wire only. Shipped overnight fedex to confirmed paypal address in CONUS and via international EMS to Asia.
Thanks for reading.
Photos to follow in a few minutes.
PM me with any questions.
Ed
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**Unique Leica M6J/MP prototype previously owned by "Conflict Zone" photojournalist**
I purchased this unique Leica M6J/MP prototype from a photojournalist who worked in various remote regions and "conflict zones".
All of the 40th Anniversary M6J's, like all other M6s, suffered from view finder flare or "whiteout", something that had been eliminated in the M3 but was not carried forward in the M6. The previous owner was able to get Leica Wetzlar to incorporate the M3 viewfinder components in his M6J at the same time that they did a CLA on the camera after it was used during a Gaza Strip conflict. While the CLA was being done he also obtained a silver chrome Leicavit that had been developed for the Japanese collector market, of which, he told me, thre were less than 100 made. Both of these advances in the M camera were ultimately incorporated into the MP. This partilular camera has the engraving on the top plate "40 Jahre Leica M 1954-1994" but, probably because it was a prototype not built during a regular M6J production run, does not have an M6J serial number. The flare-free viewfinder, M3 type finder "framed" windows and Leicavit M make this camera unique among M6J's, but its provenance as a camera used by a working conflict zone photographer adds interest. Mechanically, the camera is operating perfectly, as it should be following a CLA in Wetzlar. Cosmetically it is excellent, but there is a small area of brassing right where the phototographer's thumb came to rest—probably thousands of times—next to the film advance lever. Otherwise the finish is perfect, and to me, the brassing gives it some character. Of course, what one sees looking through the upgraded viewfinder is sharp and clear.
Price includes silver chrome M6J camera body, 50/2.8 Elmar Collapsible lens, silver chrome lens hood and early chrome Leicavit but no box or paperwork. Price - $10,150. Will also accept a partial trade of new or super-low-click silver chrome M9-P plus $3000.
Paypal or bank wire only. Shipped overnight fedex to confirmed paypal address in CONUS and via international EMS to Asia.
Thanks for reading.
Photos to follow in a few minutes.
PM me with any questions.
Ed
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