Rare Leica III Mod. F Stapo Stuttgart Film Camera 1939

Rare Leica III engraved on the back of the top plate with ”Stapo Stuttgart”

Serial Number: 322875

It comes with Summar 50mm F2 Lens Serial Number 467308 (from 1938), Lens Cap, Case.

Camera and lens are in excellent cosmetic condition showing light to moderate wear. Viewfinder is bright and clear. Rangefinder patch is bright and contrasty.

The lens has a moderate amount of haze and possibly mold inside. Aperture and focus rings move smoothly.

Shutter fires and film advances. The fast shutter speeds sounds good. If not used regularly, the slow shutter speeds need to be fired several times before they start working correctly. The rangefinder alignment is very close to where it should be but not 100% aligned. Frame counter works. The case is in good condition.