Leitz Wetzlar IIIb Barnack 35mm Rangefinder + Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summar 5cm f/2.0 Lens READ

This is a beautiful display or restoration candidate: a Leica IIIb Barnack-style rangefinder, paired with a classic Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summar 5cm f/2.0 lens. Produced in the pre-WWII golden age of Leica, the IIIb is one of the definitive examples of precision German camera engineering. Compact, all-metal, and timelessly designed, the IIIb evolved the Barnack formula with separate, larger viewfinder and rangefinder windows—making focusing and framing easier compared to earlier models.

The paired Summar 5cm f/2.0 lens is a fast, compact standard lens with a signature vintage rendering—soft, glowing highlights wide open, and unique character beloved by collectors and experimental shooters.

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Condition:
AS-IS – For Repair or Display

This kit is in good cosmetic condition, making it excellent for display or a candidate for full restoration.
• The camera body is clean, leatherette intact, and the rangefinder patch is bright and contrasty.
• The viewfinder has internal fog that will need professional cleaning for clear use.
• Shutter is not functioning properly at any speed and will require a full CLA (clean, lube, adjust).
• The Summar lens shows cleaning marks, significant haze, and possible coating issues. Expect visible softness and flare unless restored.

As such, we are listing this set AS-IS, priced accordingly for display collectors or for restoration.

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Why You Want This Kit:
The Leica IIIb is a piece of photographic history, and paired with the Summar 5cm f/2.0, it’s a visually stunning duo that deserves a place in any vintage camera collection. Whether you’re a Leica collector, a camera historian, or simply love the feel of precision-machined tools from the golden era of photography, this set is a worthy addition.

For restoration enthusiasts, this is a great candidate—once serviced, it’s a highly usable Barnack Leica with a fast standard lens full of character.

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Shipping & Terms:
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