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• The Leica M2 was manufactured between 1958-1967 (69/70 R version).  This model was conceived as a less expensive alternative to the M3, but its range/viewfinder system became the basis for that of all future models.

  A little history for the camera buffs.  The Leica M2 was manufactured with some variations. Some of the earlier bodies had a push-button rewind release, later bodies had the lever. Some early bodies did not have a self-timer lever, but was added from S/N 1004151 on (known as M2-S in the U.S.A.).

  Here is the cool info on the M2-R version.  The U.S. Military, in 1960, placed an order for the camera.  Leica fitted the Army version with a rapid-load three-prong take-up spool and designated the camera as the M2-S.  After the Army cancelled the orders, S/N 1248201-1250200 were designated as the M2-R and sold to the general public by Leitz, New York. 

  Features of the Leica M2/R

  • 0.72 Rangefinder magnification
  • Frame lines for 35, 50 and 90mm
  • Self-timer lever (later production models)
  • Depth of field indicators in viewfinder
  • External manual reset exposure counter
  • Rapid-load three-prong take-up spool (M2-R version only)
  • Made between 1958-1967

  Item Specifics

  S/N 1030656

  This particular camera is clean and shows signs of normal use.  The viewfinder window is clear and free from haze or fungus. The film compartment is very clean while the shutter curtain is in perfect condition.  A recent CLA has been completed by Leica. The work performed was to repair friction, repair bayonet ring, repair seals, polish elements (some bubble damage from putty remains in field of rangefinder - this does not affect the performance of the camera), repair shutter (mechanism, brake and curtain), replace cladding, and to clean, lubricate and adjust all parts for proper working order. Overall, this camera is in excellent condition. 

  Item Includes

  The Leica M2 body with body cap.

  Warranty

  Leica 1 Year Warranty

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• S/N 1030656

  This particular camera is clean and shows signs of normal use.  The viewfinder window is clear and free from haze or fungus. The film compartment is very clean while the shutter curtain is in perfect condition.  A recent CLA has been completed by Leica. The work performed was to repair friction, repair bayonet ring, repair seals, polish elements (some bubble damage from putty remains in field of rangefinder - this does not affect the performance of the camera), repair shutter (mechanism, brake and curtain), replace cladding, and to clean, lubricate and adjust all parts for proper working order. Overall, this camera is in excellent condition. 

• The Leica M2 body with body cap.

• Leica 1 Year Warranty

* Please note that all the photos in this listing are of the actual item for sale and not stock photos