An Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Leica IIIc 35mm Range Finder Camera, 1941/2, serial number 378782, with brown leather carry case, together with original German-language instruction booklet, fitted with a Wetzlar Summar f=5cm 1:2 lens, serial number 229172.

From a private collection, Hertfordshire.

Condition Report

Shutter - Works at all speeds, but issue with Film advancer shows that slide/curtain is not pulled all the way

Film Advancer – functioning, but slide/curtain is not pulled all the way (see images)

Counter - working

Rewinder - working

Viewfinder - clear

Body Condition – signs of use, Silver has marks to top and base consistent with use. Tripod mount shows signs of use. Black grip is in good condition.

Lens Mount – signs of use

Lens glass – Light signs of use, marks to elements

Mould? – light signs of what could be mould, dust/debris internally

Aperture blades – appears stuck at f/6.3

Focusing - smooth

Wear and scuffs to the carry case.