Bidspirit auction | Leica M3 ELC - serial

Leica M3 ELC - serial 898712 - Made in Canada on 30th July 1957 for the USA market . The Leica M3 (introduced in 1954) is widely considered the quintessential, pinnacle, or ”greatest” Leica film rangefinder, celebrated for its superb, durable build quality, and unmatched 0.91x magnification viewfinder. It is deemed the best choice for 50mm lens shooters due to its bright, clear rangefinder patch, making it a favourite for precise, manual, and battery-free photography. Complete with carry case, lens & light meter