M3 Prototype *

Extremely rare Leica M3 prototype camera with very early screw mount 5 cm Summicron f/2 no. 921753 in perfect working condition. All typical features (except a later rear door), including differently designed film advance lever, speed dial, self-timer, reversed direction rewind knob, external frame counter and release-button lockable at 'B'. The camera is in fantastic, almost mint condition – original top and bottom plate were previously re-chromed. This is a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most important cameras in the history of the Leica M.