{"product_id":"1964-leica-m2-35mm-rangefinder-body-excellent-s-n-1091603-with-elmar-m-50mm-f-2-8","title":"1964 Leica M2 Rangefinder with Elmar‑M 50mm f\/2.8 \u0026 Hood – Exc – S\/N 1091603","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e1964 Leica M2\u003c\/strong\u003e 35mm rangefinder body, serial \u003cstrong\u003e1091603\u003c\/strong\u003e, paired with the \u003cstrong\u003eLeica Elmar‑M 50mm f\/2.8\u003c\/strong\u003e collapsible lens. The M2 is widely regarded for its bright 0.72× finder, clean framelines and classic mechanical precision.\u003cbr\u003eThis example is in \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, fully working, with the lens also in \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. The hood has a \u003cstrong\u003eknock and is currently stuck on the lens\u003c\/strong\u003e, but the lens itself remains optically and mechanically excellent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent (with noted hood issue)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody (Leica M2):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShutter speeds tested and accurate across the range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRangefinder patch bright, contrasty and correctly aligned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFramelines clear and switching correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilm advance smooth and positive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf‑timer operational\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViewfinder clean with light internal dust only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExterior shows minimal cosmetic wear for age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo dents, cracks or structural issues observed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLens (Leica Elmar‑M 50mm f\/2.8):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptics clean with no haze or fungus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoatings intact with minimal cleaning marks only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAperture blades clean, snappy and oil‑free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus smooth and correctly damped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollapsible mechanism operating correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExterior shows very light cosmetic wear only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHood has a knock and is stuck on the lens\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e(Lens performance unaffected; hood may require careful removal if desired)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHood:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal hood with a knock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrently stuck on lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear consistent with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeica M2 35mm rangefinder body (S\/N 1091603)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeica Elmar‑M 50mm f\/2.8 lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal hood (knocked and stuck)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic \u003cstrong\u003e1964 Leica M2\u003c\/strong\u003e mechanical rangefinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaired with the collapsible \u003cstrong\u003eElmar‑M 50mm f\/2.8\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright 0.72× finder with 35\/50\/90 framelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRenowned Leica build quality and precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for collectors, users and Leica M‑system enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eLeica M‑mount\u003c\/strong\u003e lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptable to mirrorless systems (Z, E, RF, L‑mount etc.) with appropriate adapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses standard 35mm film\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1964 M2 bodies remain highly desirable, especially with clean mechanics and a bright, aligned rangefinder. 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