Leica M3 Double Stroke body #853108

Leica M3 Double Stroke body #853108Leica M3 Double Stroke Body Specifications: Category: 35mm rangefinder film camera (body only) Lens Mount: Leica M mount Viewfinder: High magnification (0. 91x) bright line optical rangefinder with frame lines for 50mm, 90mm, and 135mm lenses Shutter Type: Mechanical horizontal cloth focal plane shutter Shutter Speeds: 1s 1 1000s, Bulb mode Film Format: 35mm film Metering: No built in light meter Focus System: Manual focus with rangefinder focusing

Leica M3 Double Stroke Body

Specifications:

• Category: 35mm rangefinder film camera (body only)
• Lens Mount: Leica M-mount
• Viewfinder: High-magnification (0.91x) bright-line optical rangefinder with frame lines for 50mm, 90mm, and 135mm lenses
• Shutter Type: Mechanical horizontal cloth focal-plane shutter
• Shutter Speeds: 1s – 1/1000s, Bulb mode
• Film Format: 35mm film
• Metering: No built-in light meter
• Focus System: Manual focus with rangefinder focusing
• Film Advance: Double-stroke manual lever advance
• Frame Counter: Manual reset
• Self-Timer: Yes
• Battery: Not required (fully mechanical operation)
• Body Material: Metal construction with brass top and bottom plates
• Weight: Approx. 580g (without lens)
• Other Features: Large and bright rangefinder patch, removable film rewind knob, classic Leica craftsmanship

Condition:

• The camera is working normally.
• The viewfinder has no fungus or haze, with minor scratches.
• The camera body has minor scratches on the top, noticeable scratches on the bottom, and the back cover is missing its leather with visible scuff marks.

Description:

The Leica M3 Double Stroke is an iconic 35mm rangefinder camera, praised for its precision engineering and smooth operation. The double-stroke film advance, found in early M3 models, was designed to reduce strain on the film transport mechanism. With its high-magnification viewfinder, the M3 is perfect for precise manual focusing, especially for standard and telephoto lenses. Built with legendary Leica durability and craftsmanship, this camera remains a favorite among collectors and film photography enthusiasts.

Serial Number: 853108
SKU: UN-59-4499

Condition: 
- The camera is working normally.  
- The viewfinder has no fungus or haze, with minor scratches.  
- The camera body has noticeable scuff marks on the top, significant scuff marks on the bottom, and the leather covering on the back and front has peeled off.

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