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27 November, 2024

Leica III from 1933 – Perfectly Imperfect

By Chris Hooke

27 November, 2024

/ Leica III, leica rangefinder, rangefinder camera, /

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Thomas Wolstenholme on Leica III from 1933 – Perfectly Imperfect
This sort of story fascinates me. Thank you for sharing it. And "No", I don't have a gazillion dollars or…
Chris Hooke on Leica III from 1933 – Perfectly Imperfect
Thanks Steve. Robs a top bloke. He's been through it over the last few years but he's still smiling............until I…
Chris Hooke on Leica III from 1933 – Perfectly Imperfect
Rob seems to have a fan club. I'll have to let him know. He is a good guy though. Not…

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