Leica III

Overall Condition: B-
 
Overview:
Leica III screw mount 35mm rangefinder camera with chrome body, circa 1934.
Paired with a Leitz Elmar 1:3.5 f=5cm lens, circa 1934, and a chrome Leica lens cap and elmar hood.
 
Condition:
 
Cosmetic:
Camera Body:
Good overall condition with noticeable signs of use.
Vulcanite covering shows aging and some discoloration.
Lens:
Lens shows visible signs of use.
Aperture ring has some paint wear.
 
Mechanical:
Camera Body:
High-speed shutter settings operate correctly.
Slow shutter speeds run slightly slower than standard and require CLA service for optimal performance.
Film advance is smooth and responsive.
Lens:
Focusing lever moves effortlessly, and the focus scale aligns accurately with the focal plane.
 
Optical:
Camera Body:
Viewfinder is bright with very slight and barely noticeable haze.
Rangefinder patch is clear, ensuring accurate and reliable focusing.
Lens:
Optics are in good condition with light internal haze and minor dust, typical of its age.
Image quality remains sharp and consistent, though cleaning could improve performance further.