Pbones1991

This looks like a Russian camera with new engraving. It's not a Leica camera. Look through the Rangefinder- the Russian cameras use a yellow filter built into the optics, Leica required use of an external filter for the RF spot. I'm guessing your camera has the yellow tint.

 

The lens is the give away, it has the aperture ring of an I-22.

Thank you for sharing your knowledge!!!

There should be no need for confusion about Leica's serial numbers, Leica have 'perfection' in their meticulous numbering.

 

There are many (web based) lists and cross references which detail Leica Serial Numbers. There are also Leica Production Manuals. The one I use (and it has always proven reputable), mentions this as:

 

Leica I, built in the latter part of 1928, a batch of 6800 units.

 

WW

Also do you think this one is a fake?

There should be no need for confusion about Leica's serial numbers, Leica have 'perfection' in their meticulous numbering.

 

There are many (web based) lists and cross references which detail Leica Serial Numbers. There are also Leica Production Manuals. The one I use (and it has always proven reputable), mentions this as:

 

Leica I, built in the latter part of 1928, a batch of 6800 units.

 

WW

Do you know what model it is? I should have stated that I looked up the year and batch information. When I search that year the cameras do not look like mine.

Recently picked up this Leica and am confused by the 5 digit serial number? If you could give me any information it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!!!