Leica M3 black paint Black Dial *

A sought-after, extremely rare first version black paint Leica M3, one of only a few demonstration cameras produced for the Leitz marketing department to use in advertising and for camera shows. This information was discovered during research in the Leica archives, which revealed unusual annotations in the control book: 'schwarz' and 'a. Ph. Verk. gel. 31.10.58' (an Photo Verkauf geliefert - delivered to photo sales department). Furthermore, an entry in the delivery book also confirms the camera's special designation: '12.12.1958' delivered to 'Peter, Werbeabteilung' (Marketing Department). The camera is in exceptional, beautiful condition, with only a minimal amount of brassing on the controls, it is still 'L' - sealed. What makes it even more special is the fact, that the included Summicron 2/5cm no.1582155 was also delivered to Leitz Werbeabteilung, on the exact same date 12.12.1958. It is not only the most desirable version of the black paint Leica M3, but also an interesting artifact from the company's history.