EdwardM Posted February 10, 2016 Share #1 Posted February 10, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) 7 days... Auction ended late night in Moscow. My bid was winning all the time. Last 40 seconds. iPad lost internet connection. Its gone.... Decided to wait for new M Safari edition. Amen. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted February 10, 2016 Posted February 10, 2016 Hi EdwardM, Take a look here M-P Safari winner on eBay, I hate you. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
jaapv Posted February 10, 2016 Share #2 Posted February 10, 2016 That is what automatic bidding is for. Set your max price and that is it. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdwardM Posted February 10, 2016 Author Share #3 Posted February 10, 2016 That is what automatic bidding is for. Set your max price and that is it. the thing is that time was changing while the price was not refreshing. So, i thought im a winner till the last second. i know that we are not discussing prices here, but its gone for 6.5K USD which is reasonable price for like new camera + 35 summicron with the box and full set. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brill64 Posted February 10, 2016 Share #4 Posted February 10, 2016 cheer up - there will be more. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdwardM Posted February 10, 2016 Author Share #5 Posted February 10, 2016 i think i shoud wait for new M and new Safari. Do you know when usually Leica introduce Safari edition after production of basic M model? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 10, 2016 Share #6 Posted February 10, 2016 i think i shoud wait for new M and new Safari. Do you know when usually Leica introduce Safari edition after production of basic M model? Usually in recent years the appearance of a safari model are the distinct signs of Leica that a new progressive series will appear next. Kinda like the last tried offering a bit dated become bride... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunston Posted February 10, 2016 Share #7 Posted February 10, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) why you love it so much? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdwardM Posted February 10, 2016 Author Share #8 Posted February 10, 2016 unconscious attraction:) Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Albertson Posted February 10, 2016 Share #9 Posted February 10, 2016 Call or email Mark at Glazer's Camera in Seattle - they have a Safari in the display case (they did the other day, anyway). 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Ricoh Posted February 11, 2016 Share #10 Posted February 11, 2016 That is what automatic bidding is for. Set your max price and that is it. I believe 'sniping' is the term used, you can't loose unless you're up against another 'sniper'. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herr Barnack Posted February 11, 2016 Share #11 Posted February 11, 2016 (edited) unconscious attraction:) Same here. When I got my Safari set, I could have gotten a black M-P instead. Having always had black M cameras, the alternative look of the Safari was a visually refreshing change. Black M cameras are beautiful, whether they are black chrome like the M4-P and M Monochrom or black paint - but the Safari M-P has a unique look. While 1500 kits worldwide is not what I'd consider a true limited edition, 1500 in a world of billions of cameras does make it pretty rare. Of all the special edition M cameras (Hermes, etc.) and bespoke Leicas I have seen over the years, the Safari M-P hits the mark in terms of visual aesthetics in a way that the others don't. As always, beauty is in the eye of the beholder; YMMV. Edited February 11, 2016 by Carlos Danger 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vec Posted February 12, 2016 Share #12 Posted February 12, 2016 Call or email Mark at Glazer's Camera in Seattle - they have a Safari in the display case (they did the other day, anyway). (waves to a fellow Seattleite) I can check over lunch. I'm around 5 blocks from them where I work. A few weeks back they had a Safari... I'm betting they still do. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
duckrider Posted February 12, 2016 Share #13 Posted February 12, 2016 (edited) why you love it so much? the reason why: Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Thomas But in earlier times I too often waitet seconds bevore end of bidding and an other bidder was higher,, in stress I did bid one more time a too high non thougt over price and did pay toooooooo much for an item. Today I got calmend down and decide to bid, what it's worth for me and good is. If destiny decied item is not for me, so what? ....one more reason: http://hiconsumption.com/2014/11/leica-m4-2-safari-prototype/ Edited February 12, 2016 by duckrider 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Thomas But in earlier times I too often waitet seconds bevore end of bidding and an other bidder was higher,, in stress I did bid one more time a too high non thougt over price and did pay toooooooo much for an item. Today I got calmend down and decide to bid, what it's worth for me and good is. If destiny decied item is not for me, so what? ....one more reason: http://hiconsumption.com/2014/11/leica-m4-2-safari-prototype/ ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/256700-m-p-safari-winner-on-ebay-i-hate-you/?do=findComment&comment=2987764'>More sharing options...
Adam Posted February 12, 2016 Share #14 Posted February 12, 2016 Usually in recent years the appearance of a safari model are the distinct signs of Leica that a new progressive series will appear next. Kinda like the last tried offering a bit dated become bride... I find the Safari kit very beautiful and unique in its aesthetics. Love the green color. Like with other electronic products, I prefer to buy at the mature part of the cycle, when all sorts of problems and wrinkles have been figured out. Plus if you want the 35 cron, it is a bargain. 'dated bride' ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECohen Posted February 12, 2016 Share #15 Posted February 12, 2016 +1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted February 12, 2016 Share #16 Posted February 12, 2016 (edited) TOTALLY OT: I have learned that 'best offers' usually settle for 60%, and sometimes much less than asking. Unfortunately, it does not often to be seem an option with anything but insanely overpriced Leica gear. So if your interests diverge as much as mine, try it! "Original black button-rewind Leica M2. $22,000". Sold for $2,100. It's all about money laundering, or some crazy seller. Who cares? Edited February 12, 2016 by pico Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 12, 2016 Share #17 Posted February 12, 2016 I find the Safari kit very beautiful and unique in its aesthetics. Love the green color. Like with other electronic products, I prefer to buy at the mature part of the cycle, when all sorts of problems and wrinkles have been figured out. Plus if you want the 35 cron, it is a bargain. 'dated bride' ? Yes, the Safari kit Leica R3 with matching green lenses looks very good. A few years ago I planned to buy a green used R3, but the built-in electronics might have been too old and risky. Had there ever been a green R6.2 kit, I would hardly be able to resist at a moderate price. Green or at least dark operating elements on a Safari kit M camera, so you might think you could be as outdoor photographer better camouflaged than with silver blinking parts at the camera, chrome lenses and lens hoods. Form should follow function supported by a matching color design. Otherwise, it might rather be a nice fashion detail for the ultimately decisive personal taste. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
semi-ambivalent Posted February 13, 2016 Share #18 Posted February 13, 2016 I believe 'sniping' is the term used, you can't loose unless you're up against another 'sniper'. Sniping is the only time ebay is fun because the possibility of losing is ever-present. The last time I won on ebay I placed my single bid with 4 seconds remaining. That beats those willing to pay more than you but who aren't quick enough on the trigger. You just have to keep two windows open, one to watch the clock and bids and one with your bid submission already in and the second confirm & submit click ready and waiting. If your bid is still low and you lose, sorry. Ebay's auto-bidding serves only to clear out the "low" bidders early on by letting everyone else know what the price is greater than and giving them time to re-submit something higher. This makes more money for Ebay and the seller under the guise of "convenience". With "sniping" having such a bad connotation I wouldn't be surprised if it was coined by ebay themselves. s-a Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Posted February 13, 2016 Share #19 Posted February 13, 2016 Yes, the Safari kit Leica R3 with matching green lenses looks very good. A few years ago I planned to buy a green used R3, but the built-in electronics might have been too old and risky. Had there ever been a green R6.2 kit, I would hardly be able to resist at a moderate price. Green or at least dark operating elements on a Safari kit M camera, so you might think you could be as outdoor photographer better camouflaged than with silver blinking parts at the camera, chrome lenses and lens hoods. Form should follow function supported by a matching color design. Otherwise, it might rather be a nice fashion detail for the ultimately decisive personal taste. I don't wear camouflage when taking pictures with my Safari M, so that function does not interest me. I like the M Safari kit as it is, both with silver or black lens, but that is a matter of taste. I don't consider it a fashion statement, but I do enjoy looking at it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 13, 2016 Share #20 Posted February 13, 2016 (edited) The shutter release and the time dial aren't green but silver because the set has a silver lens. Leica was not cost coscious in the days of the R when the 3 lenses were green. Impossible to get defense interested in Leica photo products today, or there would be a grey one for Air Force and a blue one for the Navy in no time. Today it is more like: "Good after-noon, Sir!" ... "Well, the new Leica SA-FA-RI is so to speak the latest, the most ..." Can't see the point of having one, since I don't spend week-ends in the country-side, on horseback or hunting, dressed accordingly. (I go sailing but a M9-E would give up soon on small boats and be in the way). LEICA has now something interesting for outdoors Edited February 13, 2016 by tri Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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