Leica IIIf 35mm rangefinder camera from 1951, paired with the classic Elmar 5cm f/3.5 collapsible lens and supplied with its original box. Fully tested and working, this is a clean, functional example of one of Leica’s most iconic post‑war screw‑mount bodies. The Elmar lens shows cleaning marks / minor scratches, disclosed transparently, but remains perfectly usable. A desirable collector‑grade kit with strong historical appeal.
CONDITION
Overall Condition: Very Good (with disclosed optical wear)
Camera tested and working
Shutter firing correctly across tested speeds
Rangefinder aligned with bright patch
Viewfinder clear with typical age‑related behaviour
Exterior shows light age‑related cosmetic wear
Elmar lens: cleaning marks / minor scratches
Aperture blades clean and responsive
Focus smooth
Collapsible barrel locks and extends correctly
INCLUDED
Leica IIIf camera body (1951)
Elmar 5cm f/3.5 lens (cleaning marks / minor scratches)
Original box
Body cap (if present)
Front lens cap (if present)
KEY FEATURES
Classic 1951 Leica IIIf screw‑mount rangefinder
Elmar 5cm f/3.5 collapsible lens
Fully mechanical shutter
Bright, aligned rangefinder
Period‑correct boxed set
COMPATIBILITY
Leica LTM (screw‑mount) lenses
Adaptable to Leica M bodies via LTM–M adapter
Adaptable to mirrorless systems with appropriate adapters
COLLECTORS NOTES
The IIIf is one of the most collectible post‑war Leica bodies, prized for its refinement, reliability and classic screw‑mount handling. Boxed examples paired with an original Elmar lens remain highly desirable, even with typical optical cleaning marks.
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