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138279Leica M2 grey paint In June 1960, a total of twenty Leica M2 cameras in grey paint finish (serial numbers 1005751%u20131005770) were speciallyproduced for the United States Air Force in Europe (U.S.A.F.E.) and delivered to Wiesbaden on June 9 of that year. These cameras are among the rarest standard-production Leicas ever manufactured. Offered here is serial no.%u20091005754, a particularlyfine example from this extremely limited batch. It remains inexcellent, original working condition, with a pleasing patina and only subtle edge wear. Small paint bubbles %u2014 common to this unique finish%u2009%u2014%u2009are present, adding to its authentic vintagecharacter. Accompanying the body is a Summicron 2/50%u2009mmlens, no.1787693. It is estimated that no more than 12 of these rare grey M2s have survived. In the past 20 years, no more than four such cameras have been sold in known public sales. This particular example is in the best condition we have seen. Beyond its historical significance, it stands out for its distinctiveaesthetics %u2014 making it not only a highly collectible Leica, but also one of the most visually striking variants ever produced.Start price %u20ac 400.000*est. %u20ac 700.000%u2013 800.000Serial no.1005754Year of production: 1960condition: A/B