Used Leica M2 (Black Paint, 1st batch with button release) for Sale — From £1000 | UsedLens.co.uk

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Leica's rare M2 Black Paint — first batch with button release, extremely collectible.

The Leica M2 (Black Paint, 1st batch with button release) is an exceptionally rare early-production variant of the Leica M2 35mm film rangefinder, released approximately 1957-1958. The 1st batch is distinguished by a button-style shutter release (later M2 production used a trigger release). Black paint finish. A significant collector piece. Leica M mount.

35mm film rangefinder. All-mechanical shutter (1/1000s maximum). 0.72× viewfinder with 35mm, 50mm, 90mm framelines. No built-in light meter. Button-style shutter release (1st batch only). Black paint finish. At approximately 560g. Leica M mount.

The button release variant is the earliest production form of the M2, representing the transition from pre-M design elements. Extremely scarce and historically significant. Black paint M2 cameras are among the most collected Leica M models; the button release adds further rarity and provenance value.

On the used market this is a high-value collector piece. Condition checks: rangefinder patch and viewfinder, button release mechanism operation, black paint condition (wear pattern and brass showing — genuine patina vs artificial wear), shutter at all speeds. No meter — external meter needed. Leica M mount. Verify provenance and authenticity via serial number.

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