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This M3 black paint
unit had sprung some surprises as most people thought black M3 only was being shipped
after 1962. I would trust the seasoned eyes in pre-authentification in an auction
process that it was a 1955 produce. So, it may redefine some general belief in old
Leica collecting.
M3 black paint double stroke, approx. Year: 1955
Shown below is a very early, 100% original
M3 black paint w/S/N 77901x in wonderful condition, black lens lock button, early
strap lugs, with an extremely rare original black painted collapsible Summicron 2/5cm
no.116785x, clean lenses, feet scale. Amidst the additional premium of black paint
M3 over the chrome models, this early M3 black paint has an Leicahop® auctioned
Start-Price of EURO 6,000-00 and an astonishing high price tag of EURO 13,800-00 !
Partly, the camera matching lens is also an original collapsible Summicron 1:2 f=5cm
in matching black paint. Along with the earliest M3 chrome series, this M3 black
combination probably is one of the most pricey double stroke M3 bodies around.
* NOTE;- Indicative price(s) herein is/are based original
prices published on previous auction literature/references. Prices may vary according
to gradual yearly premium, supply/demand equations, and/or other renewed valuation
methods.
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