[Leica] FS- Canon Model P

[wrs111445 at yahoo.com (W. R. Smith)]

The (# 727729 EP) is the only one left.  
   
  TWO very nice, chrome, CLA'd (cost $150 - overhauled by a competent 
technician), classic, Model P bodies for Leica Thread Mount (LTM) lenses for 
sale. One (# 727729 EP) has some scratches on a front corner and both have 
the usual, wrinkled metal curtains that don??t affect operation whatsoever. 
Otherwise, they are in great shape w/ no other dents, scratches or 
blemishes. The vinyl coverings on both are perfect. RFs are clear, bright 
and contrasty. I have recently used both and they are guaranteed to function 
perfectly w/o any difficulties whatsoever. 
   
  If you read about the Model P, you'll see that it was an immensely 
successful model in Japan and w/ US troops stationed there purchased through 
PXs (stamped EP). Approximately 100,000 Model Ps were made from 1958-61 and 
some even say it beats the Leica M2/3 in usability for easier rewinding and 
reloading, and it??s plastic VF eyepiece won??t scratch your glasses--all at 
1/2 to 1/3 the cost of the latter. It's a true, quality piece of machinery 
though out and has stood the test of time w/ an enviable reputation for 
rugged reliability. Compared to the quality and price of the current slate 
of somewhat ??tinny?? Japanese- made LTM Rangefinders, it??s a genuine 
bargain. You can read more about the Model P here: 
http://www.cameraquest.com/canonp.htm.
   
   I'm selling both because I have a ??new?? (and more expensive) Canon L1. 
I??m asking $350 USD each, including FREE, insured shipping from Korea.
   

       
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