LEICA M4 #1210706 (1969) — MATCHING BOX + ORIGINAL SERVICE CARD
Complete documented provenance — exceptionally rare after 57 years.
The Leica M4 is widely regarded by purists as the pinnacle of mechanical M evolution — the last great fully mechanical M body before the electronic era. This 1969 example comes with an exceptional documentary set, rarely found intact after 57 years.
CAMERA — Leica M4 / Serial #1210706 (1969)
Condition: Very Good
- Mechanics: fully functional.
- Serial number engraved "M4-1210706" — clearly legible.
- Chrome and vulcanite well preserved.
- CLA: December 2018 by GM Services (original invoice included)
THE DOCUMENTARY SET — WHAT MAKES THIS EXAMPLE EXCEPTIONAL
What sets this M4 apart from virtually every other example on the market today:
ORIGINAL MATCHING NUMBER BOX
- Original Leitz Wetzlar "LEICA M4" box with numbered label "1210706" — identical to the camera body serial.
- Condition: Good — worn corners, paint chipping on edges, structure intact and fully functional. Clean velvet interior.
- Honestly described: not a "Mint" box, but authentic and confirmed matching.
ORIGINAL SERVICE CARD — DATED AND STAMPED
- Original Leitz Wetzlar service/warranty card, with original red/white string intact.
- Hand-filled: Camera No. 1210706, Model M4, Summicron 2/50 lens No. 2234114.
- Stamped by the period dealer "Fnac Diffusion" dated January 30, 1969 — documented purchase date.
- This card establishes 57 years of verifiable provenance.
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
- Original Leitz Wetzlar "Leica M4" instruction manual, period-correct.
WHY THIS DOCUMENTARY SET IS EXCEPTIONAL
The vast majority of Leica M4 cameras in circulation today have lost their box, their papers, or both.
Finding a matching-number box + dated, stamped service card + manual — 57 years after purchase — has become exceptionally rare.
This complete documentary trail offers a level of authenticity and verifiable history that very few surviving examples can claim.
WHY THIS CAMERA
- Matching number box — identical serial on body and box.
- Original service card, dated and stamped (Jan 30, 1969).
- Period-correct instruction manual included.
- Documented provenance — increasingly rare in today's market.
- Ships from Paris, France — specialist vintage camera dealer.
HONEST CONDITION NOTES
Box shows worn corners and paint chipping — clearly shown in photos.
This is not claimed as a Mint box — authenticity and matching number are the value here, not cosmetic perfection.
No surprises at reception — full transparency.
CONDITION SUMMARY
Body: Very Good (no top plate deformation)
Box: Good (matching number, worn corners)
Service Card: Original, dated and stamped 1969
Manual: Present, period-correct
SHIPPING
Ships from Paris, France.
Japan Welcome — carefully packed, fully insured, tracked international shipping.
Combined shipping available.
Any questions welcome. Additional photos available on request.
