1964 Leica M2 Rangefinder with Elmar‑M 50mm f/2.8 & Hood – Exc – S/N 1091603

Overview

A 1964 Leica M2 35mm rangefinder body, serial 1091603, paired with the Leica Elmar‑M 50mm f/2.8 collapsible lens. The M2 is widely regarded for its bright 0.72× finder, clean framelines and classic mechanical precision.
This example is in Excellent Condition, fully working, with the lens also in Excellent Condition. The hood has a knock and is currently stuck on the lens, but the lens itself remains optically and mechanically excellent.

Condition

Overall Condition: Excellent (with noted hood issue)

Body (Leica M2):

• Shutter speeds tested and accurate across the range
• Rangefinder patch bright, contrasty and correctly aligned
• Framelines clear and switching correctly
• Film advance smooth and positive
• Self‑timer operational
• Viewfinder clean with light internal dust only
• Exterior shows minimal cosmetic wear for age
• No dents, cracks or structural issues observed

Lens (Leica Elmar‑M 50mm f/2.8):

• Optics clean with no haze or fungus
• Coatings intact with minimal cleaning marks only
• Aperture blades clean, snappy and oil‑free
• Focus smooth and correctly damped
• Collapsible mechanism operating correctly
• Exterior shows very light cosmetic wear only
• Hood has a knock and is stuck on the lens
  (Lens performance unaffected; hood may require careful removal if desired)

Hood:

• Metal hood with a knock
• Currently stuck on lens
• Wear consistent with age

Included

• Leica M2 35mm rangefinder body (S/N 1091603)
• Leica Elmar‑M 50mm f/2.8 lens
• Metal hood (knocked and stuck)
  

Key Features

• Classic 1964 Leica M2 mechanical rangefinder
• Paired with the collapsible Elmar‑M 50mm f/2.8
• Bright 0.72× finder with 35/50/90 framelines
• Renowned Leica build quality and precision
• Ideal for collectors, users and Leica M‑system enthusiasts

Compatibility

• All Leica M‑mount lenses
• Adaptable to mirrorless systems (Z, E, RF, L‑mount etc.) with appropriate adapters
• Uses standard 35mm film

Collectors Notes

1964 M2 bodies remain highly desirable, especially with clean mechanics and a bright, aligned rangefinder. The Elmar‑M 50mm f/2.8 is a sought‑after collapsible lens, and examples in excellent optical condition are increasingly uncommon. The stuck hood is a manageable issue and does not affect lens performance.

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