{"product_id":"leica-ii-1945","title":"Leica II Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Black Paint Rangefinder Camera Body #147974 1934","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  }\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\u003eAn iconic vintage Leica II rangefinder camera body in classic black paint finish, manufactured by Ernst Leitz Wetzlar in 1934 with serial number 147974. Featuring the classic 39mm screw mount (L39 \/ LTM), coupled rangefinder, and focal plane shutter. A magnificent piece of photographic history highly prized by collectors and vintage analog enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetically in good pre-owned vintage condition with honest signs of age and handling, including brassing and paint wear on the edges and controls that give it a wonderful character. The vulcanite body covering is intact. Mechanically, the shutter cocks and fires across speeds (accuracy unverified), and the rangefinder\/viewfinder optics are clear enough for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeica II Black Paint Camera Body (Serial #147974, Year 1934)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Leica screw mount (LTM \/ L39) rangefinder camera body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExquisite black paint finish with nickel\/chrome metal controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoupled rangefinder focusing mechanism combined with viewfinder window\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable cloth focal plane shutter with traditional speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeica II black paint bodies from 1934 are exceptionally collectible. The natural patina and brassing on this example make it a stunning display piece or a rewarding project for a classic film shooter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeywords\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeica II, Leica DII, Black Paint Leica, Ernst Leitz Wetzlar 1934, Vintage Rangefinder Camera, LTM Camera Body, Classic Film Camera, Collectible Leica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56569790366038,"sku":null,"price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP6326_e2324970-049c-42e0-9336-099347c13653.jpg?v=1794312975","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/leica-ii-1945","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}