Leica Model IIIa camera, c 1935

Made:
1930-1940 in Wetzlar
maker:
E Leitz

Leica Model IIIa fitted with a Xenon F.1.5 50mm lens - no 288854. Camera serial no 226217. Marked on the lens is Taylor Hobson British Patent No.373950 USA patent No 2019985. Coupled rangefinder and focal plane shutter with speeds 1/20sec and T. Diaphragm range F.1.5 to F.9. Chrome finish. Leitz c.1935. Overall: 66 mm x 144 mm x 76 mm.

Details

Category:
Photographic Technology
Collection:
Arthur Frank Collection
Object Number:
1979-559/146
Materials:
glass, chromium plated and plastic (unidentified)
Measurements:
overall: 66 mm x 144 mm x 76 mm,
type:
35mm camera
credit:
The Arthur Frank Collection