Exceptional & Complete Leica IIIc Collector’s Estate (1948) – Mountain Elmar & Rare Accessories – Time Capsule Set

An incredibly rare opportunity to acquire a highly complete, single-owner Leica IIIc estate set by Leica. This is a true historical “time capsule” featuring original Leitz Wetzlar optics, accessories, and documentation.

📷 Camera Body

Leica IIIc (Chrome)

Serial No. 461649 (1948 production)

Shutter fires at all speeds

Clean viewfinder/rangefinder

Excellent cosmetic condition

🔭 Lenses (All with caps)

Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 10.5cm f/6.3 Mountain ElmarRare “Mountain Elmar” (1933), ultra-light tele lens, very limited production (~3,975 units)

Elmar 9cm f/4 (1948)

Summitar 5cm f/2 (classic collapsible standard lens)

🧰 Accessories Included

SYEOO 2.8cm wide-angle finder

VIOOH universal viewfinder

FIKUS variable lens hood

SOOPD folding hood (Summitar)

APDOO mechanical self-timer (with leather pouch)

Filters: Leica FIGRO yellow filter + B+W UV haze filter (boxed)

Metraphot 2 exposure meter with leather case

📚 Provenance & Documentation

Original 1955 Leitz “Blitzlicht” flash card

Original 1966 bilingual service label (Dutch/French maintenance record)

Original Leica ever-ready case

Large vintage leather system carry bag

⚙️ Condition

This entire set has been exceptionally well preserved.

Mechanics and shutter are functional

Optics appear clear (no major haze or fungus visible)

Due to age, a professional CLA is recommended for optimal use

💡 Summary

A museum-level Leica collector’s set with rare optics, extensive accessories, and documented provenance — ideal for collectors or serious Leica enthusiasts.