Where_The_Light_Leads Posted January 24, 2017 Share #1 Posted January 24, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hello! This is my first post to this forum and what better way to start it off but with asking for thoughts about a M3 with a 50/2 Dual Range Summicron I have the opportunity to buy locally. I currently have an M6 with a Zeiss 35mm 2.8 that I love, but I have been eyeing an M3 for quite a while. I only got a brief look at it the other day and was able to handle it for about a minute or two before I had to go. The viewfinder seems bright with a little dust and it seems to focus properly ( non of this is 100% since I was only able to spend a little time with it). I cant really remember what shape the metal of the body was in but I do know that the the leatherette will need replaced.I also did not have a chance to inspect internals or shutter speeds. The lens seems good and clear as well, no goggles though. It is a single stroke late model. I will be going back by today to pick up some film and plan to take a better look at it and hopefully take some pictures. The asking price for both together is $600.00, Is this something that I should not pass up? I will post pictures once I take a second look at it. Thanks! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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earleygallery Posted January 24, 2017 Share #2 Posted January 24, 2017 Welcome. The forum rules don't permit valuations and for good reason. Condition is a major factor with Leica pricing. You can research selling prices by searching ebay and clicking the sold items box, then compare with similar condition items to the ones you're looking at. Also look at dealer websites but bear in mind their prices will be higher and will include some sort of warranty. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
friedeye Posted January 24, 2017 Share #3 Posted January 24, 2017 I would jump on that deal, then send both out for a CLA at one of the recommended places on this board (I use Youxin Ye). CLA cost should be $3-500 for both combined, including the re-cover. So, an outlay for you of about $1,000. That's a great price for two classics in what will be good condition. I will say that, at that price, the lens may have hazy glass with some fungus. A CLA can get rid of a lot of it, but it will never be perfect. Good Luck. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Where_The_Light_Leads Posted January 25, 2017 Author Share #4 Posted January 25, 2017 Thanks guys! Apologies Earleygallery did not mean to already break the rules, wont happen again! Friedeye, thanks for the input I will make sure to look everything over for fungus or haze! Definitely not going to pass this one up! Best! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
earleygallery Posted January 25, 2017 Share #5 Posted January 25, 2017 Thanks guys! Apologies Earleygallery did not mean to already break the rules, wont happen again! Just warning you before a Mod tells you off! Good luck with it if you go ahead. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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