jeepunic Posted October 17, 2011 Share #1 Posted October 17, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) I got this M2 from a relative of a former NG photographer. He could not tell me much about the history of the camera. The ''black paint'' does not look very bad and the speed dial actually looks authentic. Of course, the serial number does not fall in those black paint M2 in record. I asked Dave Elwell at Leica USA. He sent me a reference book electronically which was just what we already know. According to him, Leica purges files every few years. So no record of those cameras which are not very special. Is there a person/place that I can get more info from? 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! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/164253-does-anyone-know-this-black-paint-m2/?do=findComment&comment=1818901'>More sharing options...
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250swb Posted October 17, 2011 Share #2 Posted October 17, 2011 I would say it looks like a chrome M2 that somebody has coated in a translucent varnish/lacquer. Either that, or they tried to have it black chromed, and failed. Its a kitchen table job. Steve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattsy Posted October 17, 2011 Share #3 Posted October 17, 2011 Have a look in this thread on a HK forum devoted to black paint Leica. It'll show you what a black paint M2 and a whole bunch of other stuff looks like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabears Posted October 17, 2011 Share #4 Posted October 17, 2011 I would say it looks like a chrome M2 that somebody has coated in a translucent varnish/lacquer. Either that, or they tried to have it black chromed, and failed. Its a kitchen table job. Steve ...I think so too... Cheers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jc_braconi Posted October 17, 2011 Share #5 Posted October 17, 2011 with me we are 3 to think the same... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 17, 2011 Share #6 Posted October 17, 2011 ...looks a little bit like "Hammerschlag" without "Hammer"... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronan Posted October 17, 2011 Share #7 Posted October 17, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) WOW! Ugly Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
luigi bertolotti Posted October 17, 2011 Share #8 Posted October 17, 2011 Welcome to the forum !!! Is a nice place to go for Leica lovers, and don't worry if you have entered showing a so badly treated item... ... is a M2 anyway, a nice camera to have and use, even if someone has done on it a terrible job... years and years ago, pros (maybe the NG photog you quote) considered Leicas simply as tools for their work... and if one wanted to have it black, ok, one could find someone to make it black... now classic Leicas are (correctly) seen as fine and precious items in which originality is a value... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
eyedeebee Posted October 17, 2011 Share #9 Posted October 17, 2011 It doesn't look that bad! Clearly it's not as it should be, but I'd be happy to use it! Get some lenses and enjoy! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M9reno Posted October 17, 2011 Share #10 Posted October 17, 2011 I would start by finding out a bit more about the National Geographic photographer who owned this. There might have been a good reason why he changed the colour, and you might find some clues in his articles. The less than perfect paint job could be interesting in itself! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomB_tx Posted October 17, 2011 Share #11 Posted October 17, 2011 I've seen well-worn black chrome that have the same coloration. No idea how it would be done on an M2 though... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ron (Netherlands) Posted October 25, 2011 Share #12 Posted October 25, 2011 might touch up with silver polish Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Geschlecht Posted October 26, 2011 Share #13 Posted October 26, 2011 Hello Everybody, Actually some silver polishes can be somewhat abrasive. It might be a good idea NOT to use silver polish to clean a painted or plated camera body or lens mount unless you know how to do it correctly. Personally I would not use it. Best Regards, Michael Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
iphoenix Posted October 26, 2011 Share #14 Posted October 26, 2011 Silver polish is great on chrome or nickel plated cameras, so long as it is used very carefully and totally cleaned off. Tooth paste is milder. Potentially car polish (absolutely nothing with any cutting compound included) may be of help. Just the mildest polish and used very carefully. Don't go any further.:eek:. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
iphoenix Posted October 26, 2011 Share #15 Posted October 26, 2011 Hello Everybody, Actually some silver polishes can be somewhat abrasive. It might be a good idea NOT to use silver polish to clean a painted or plated camera body or lens mount unless you know how to do it correctly. Personally I would not use it. Best Regards, Michael Sorry Michael, didn't mean to oppose your posting. I should lay emphasis on the fact any polishes should be used very lightly and carefully. Rgds, David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
250swb Posted October 26, 2011 Share #16 Posted October 26, 2011 I thought Ron's comment was amusing. I would have thought some sandpaper could make this particular camera look better as well. Now we just need somebody to warn about using sandpaper on your camera...... Steve:) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyoung Posted October 26, 2011 Share #17 Posted October 26, 2011 Sandpaper is often known as glasspaper here, but I wouldn't use it on my 'glass' :rolleyes: To avoid misunderstanding, my tongue is in my cheek Gerry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jc_braconi Posted October 26, 2011 Share #18 Posted October 26, 2011 What can be done, about cosmetics, on this camera will surely decrease its value. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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