Rare simplified Leica If with red scale markings, rangefinder-less variant with full Leica build quality.
The Leica If (Red Scale) is an early Leica I-series 35mm film camera with Leica Thread Mount (M39 screw) — the If designation indicates a body designed for interchangeable viewfinders with flash sync only. 'Red Scale' = a specific finder scale variant. Leica Thread Mount.
35mm film. Leica Thread Mount (M39 screw). No built-in rangefinder (designed for accessory viewfinders). Flash sync. Manual exposure. Leica Thread Mount.
The Leica If (1952-1956) is from Leica's late I-series production — designed for scientific and industrial use where a built-in viewfinder/rangefinder was not required. The Red Scale variant has a specific focusing scale marking. A collectible specialist Leica I-series body.
On the used market the Leica If (Red Scale) is a collectible vintage LTM body. Condition checks: shutter, LTM thread, finder shoe condition. Leica Thread Mount.