{"product_id":"1964-leica-m3-single-stroke-rangefinder-body","title":"1964 Leica M3 Single Stroke Chrome 35mm Rangefinder Body Tested","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  body {\n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    color: #222;\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 20px auto;\n    padding: 0 20px;\n  }\n  h1 {\n    font-size: 1.5rem;\n    border-bottom: 2px solid #333;\n    padding-bottom: 4px;\n    margin-top: 24px;\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  h2 {\n    font-size: 1.2rem;\n    margin-top: 18px;\n    margin-bottom: 8px;\n    color: #444;\n  }\n  p {\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  ul {\n    margin-top: 4px;\n    margin-bottom: 16px;\n    padding-left: 20px;\n  }\n  li {\n    margin-bottom: 4px;\n  }\n  hr {\n    border: none;\n    border-top: 1px solid #ccc;\n    margin: 24px 0;\n  }\n  .valuation-list {\n    list-style-type: square;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Leica M3 is the foundational 35mm interchangeable-lens rangefinder camera manufactured in Wetzlar, Germany by Ernst Leitz GmbH. Renowned for introducing the Leica M bayonet mount, quick-loading spool mechanism, and its high-magnification 0.91x viewfinder with automatic parallax-corrected frame lines for 50mm, 90mm, and 135mm lenses. Features a single-stroke film advance lever mechanism, self-timer, frame line preview selector lever, dual PC flash sync sockets, and a non-rotating shutter speed dial. Fully mechanical and battery-free operation. Complete with original removable chrome baseplate and internal take-up spool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Excellent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetically in very clean, well-kept condition with light surface handling marks and faint bright marks on the chrome top and bottom plates. Vulcanite body covering is intact across the chassis without major chips or cracks. Viewfinder and rangefinder optical path are clean, clear, and bright with crisp double-image patch contrast. Fully tested and operational: shutter curtain is in sound condition, mechanical focal plane shutter fires accurately across all speeds from 1\/1000s down to 1s plus Bulb, single-stroke advance operates smoothly, frame line preview lever functions properly, self-timer mechanism runs reliably, and baseplate latching mechanism locks firmly. Fully tested and functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeica M3 Single-Stroke 35mm Rangefinder Camera Body (Silver Chrome)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Removable Chrome Baseplate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal Film Take-Up Spool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured in Wetzlar, Germany by Ernst Leitz GmbH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-magnification 0.91x optical viewfinder with automatic parallax-corrected frame lines for 50mm, 90mm, and 135mm lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth single-stroke film advance lever mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision Leica M bayonet mount accepting native M lenses and adapted LTM lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical focal plane shutter covering speeds from 1\/1000s to 1s plus Bulb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront frame line selector preview lever and mechanical self-timer lever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure mechanical operation requiring no battery power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Leica M3 is widely celebrated as one of the finest mechanical rangefinder cameras ever built. Its high 0.91x viewfinder magnification provides an unmatched, lifesize focusing experience when shooting with 50mm lenses. Highly favored by collectors and film photographers alike for its legendary build quality and smooth mechanical operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeywords\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeica M3 Single Stroke, Ernst Leitz Wetzlar, Leica Rangefinder, Vintage Leica M Body, Leica M3 Chrome, Tested Leica M3, 35mm Film Rangefinder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55572531020118,"sku":null,"price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP2689_0e51688f-248f-44b4-8527-e593c832b9a5.jpg?v=1790930226","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/1964-leica-m3-single-stroke-rangefinder-body","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}