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Identifying Leica Cameras: Buying and Selling Your Leica Safely

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This book contains a good deal of information, but it is poorly organized and edited. There is a large amount of typographical errors and some of the specs are not even listed. For example, one of the cameras had its strap lug type listed while another did not. The author did not list the dimentions of the cameras, nor the weight of the cameras(grams, ounces, drams, no weight measurement). Finally, and most importantly, he doesn't tell a story with any of these cameras. Yes, there is alot of pictures of these rare beauties, but its boring. Its hard to believet that in his reaserch that the people involved in their development did not tell him any funny anecdotes. Its boring and a shame.

Excellent authoritative and comprehensive book that accomplishes exactly what the title says. I use it almost daily.

A very handy book to be carried about when buying used Leica equipment. The book does just what its title says. I have been a Leicaphile (and Hasselblad fan as well) for many years. I find it very enjoyable just to sit, read and learn about these fine photographic machines. I received it only today and already am hooked.

This book is invaluable at camera shows, garage and estate sales, and when traveling. It has just about all the information you need to identify a Leica by appearance and serial number. The author also includes grades so you can determine the rarity of a camera. The sections on special issue and military Leicas are especially interesting.

Combine this book with the Leica Price Guide and you can't lose!