Leica M3 Double Stroke - Street Photography Setup - Summaron 35mm f3.5 Scope

Leica M3 Double Stroke - Summaron Lens - 35mm f3.5 - M Telescope

The holy grail of rangefinders, in its purest form.

The Leica M3 is the absolute icon of the M system. High-precision mechanics, a viewfinder of unparalleled clarity. It is shown here paired with the Summicron 50mm f/2 lens.

A wide-angle lens with character

Designed between the 1950s and 1960s, the Summaron 35mm f/3.5 is prized for its soft rendering, moderate contrast, and beautiful bokeh. Ideal for architectural, street, or travel photography, it combines German precision with vintage charm. This version comes with Leica M3 adapter glasses , designed to correct framing in the rangefinder.

Leica M3:

• Model: Leica M3 - Double Stroke (double stroke film advance system)
• Serial number: 844703 (year 1956)
• Mount: Leica M
• Viewfinder: Bright, clear, and dust-free rangefinder
• Preset frames: 50mm, 90mm and 135mm - All functional
• Focusing: Manual via coupled rangefinder, wide base for optimal accuracy
• Shutter: Focal curtain (fabric), speeds from 1 second to 1/1000s + Bulb (B)
• Delay: Present and functional
• Charging system: Fast charging characteristic of the M3

Leitz Summaron 35mm f/3.5 lens:

• Manufacturer: Ernst Leitz GmbH, Wetzlar, Germany
• Focal length : 35mm
• Maximum aperture : f/3.5 – f/22
• Leica M mount
• Smooth focus
• All functional openings
• Serial number: 1554692
  
• Condition : Clear objective, lenses free of scratches or fungus, smooth mechanics
• Lens free of fungus and dust
• Accessories included : Small wooden exposure unit
• Compatibility: Works perfectly on all Leica M bodies – the glasses are specific to the M3, but the lens can be used without them on other M bodies

General condition:

• Case: very good condition, some signs of wear on the sole
• Objective: clean lenses, no scratches
• Smooth focusing, firm aperture ring
• Original sun visor included
  

Delivered complete: Body, lens — ready to shoot!
Perfect for architectural, street, and travel photography.