The Leica model B or Compur occupies a unique position in the history of technical development of the Leica, because it was the only model fitted with a between- the-lens shutter. The focal plane shutter was still not very common at that time, so it was also not accepted by every Leica customer. Also in order to fulfil the wish for longer exposure-speeds, the Leica Compur versions were introduced.

Here the first version of the Compur Leica, equipped with the so-called “dial-set” Compur shutter. One of the last examples produced of this rare first type Compur Leica in fine condition, in good and perfect working condition with all original features, base plate engraved “auf / open-zu / close”, focusing scale in “feet”, inspected by Ottmar Michaely.

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