Leica IIIf Camera, 1952-53

This attractive vintage camera is a Leica IIIf, a small and compact model that was one of the most popular and reliable cameras of the 20th century. The Leica IIIf was so popular that after being put in the market it was in backorder for the first two years, even being a quite expensive camera. This particular article dates from 1952-53 and was manufactured in Germany by company Ernst Leitz Wetzlar, a name that is engraved at the top of the camera. It is in excellent condition and working order, and comes with its original real leather sleeve.The Leica IIIf was an evolution from the Leica IIId and was launched in 1950. It is a much smaller and lighter model than the previous cameras, something that turns it into an article much easier to carry and use. The Leica IIIf provides the same performance than other M-series cameras and can take equally good photographs but in a more comfortable and better way. This camera presents significant improvements compared to its predecessors, such as the flash synchronization.As well as the manufacturers name Ernst Leitz Wetlzar, at the top of the camera we can see the market name Leica, engraved in the shape of the classic elegant logo, and the serial number too: Nr- 635110. The machine has an original Summaron f=3.5 1:3,5 lens with serial number 752420. The cameras metal surface is in amazing condition and we can only see some slight signs of the trace of time, for example in the rewind dial. These details do not interfere at all in the cameras operation and they are part of its past life. The camera works fine, but should it need cleansing or fine-tuning, we put at the buyers disposal a professional services that provides the best results for a price of 135 euro.Any expert photographer or lover of vintage pieces will appreciate this Leica IIIf cameras quality, ancient age and beauty.