Leica M6 TTL 0.58 LHSA Black Paint w/ Certificate of Authenticity, Box, Manual

Description: Per cameraquest.com, this LHSA Black Paint M6 TTL is a Special Edition commissioned by the Leica Historical Society of America, the aim being to recreate a camera as close to the original Black Paint M4s as possible. These models were constructed with brass top and bottom plates so the black paint could adhere. Regarding the viewfinder magnification, this 0.58x is very rare, and widely regarded as the most desirable across all Leicas for the clean 35mm frame lines, and comfortable 28mm viewing, even with glasses. Of the LHSA Special editions, 650 were 0.72x, and 500 were 0.85x. The 0.58x models were factory converted, taking 60 of the 0.85x models and converting them before shipment. This camera specifically: Very slight brassing is visible on some but not all corners, near both strap lugs and around the rewind knob. There are no deep/visible scratches or dents, yet surface hairlines and handling marks which don’t go through the paint are visible in the right light. Condition-wise, the viewfinder seems to have some dust inclusions, as well as some slight fungus spots which could easily be remedied by a Leica tech (likely a $100 job, please see close up image), however the view through the viewfinder is clear. The meter is accurate and matches my phone’s meter. I will include a new camera battery. This camera comes with the original hard shell box, manual, Leica strap, body cap, as well as the Certificate of Authenticity with the matching serial number. I am happy to provide more photos or videos. Ships with insurance. Disclaimer: This description and photos accurately describe the camera. All operations seem to work properly, including the rangefinder, meter, shutter speeds, shutter counter, hot shoe flash sync, ect. There is no record of this camera being CLA’d by the original owner (I am the second), and while minimally used by the original owner, like any, the camera would likely benefit from a CLA, though it seems that it does not truly need it at this time.

Price: 11999 USD

Location: Chicago, Illinois

End Time: 2024-12-09T23:49:38.000Z

Shipping Cost: 50 USD