30th Jan, 2025 9:30
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.
Sold for £300
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.
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.
ProvenanceFrom a private collection, Hertfordshire.
