I recently got the chance to buy a Leica M3 Single Stroke for $511. The body has been recently CLA'd by arguably the best repairman in my country.
The thing is, it has its problems. Aside from a few dents and scratches, there's also what I think is separation on the viewfinder (my friend thinks it's de-silvering). When I look through the viewfinder (of course with a lens attached), it is clear and the rangefinder patch is contrasty.
Is the camera worth it? Is the black 'separation' thing on the viewfinder repairable?
Buying an M3
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Hi, new poster here!
I recently got the chance to buy a Leica M3 Single Stroke for $511. The body has been recently CLA'd by arguably the best repairman in my country.
The thing is, it has its problems. Aside from a few dents and scratches, there's also what I think is separation on the viewfinder (my friend thinks it's de-silvering). When I look through the viewfinder (of course with a lens attached), it is clear and the rangefinder patch is contrasty.
Is the camera worth it? Is the black 'separation' thing on the viewfinder repairable?
Photos here: Leica M3