Leica M7 Titanium 3 lens set “for serious photographer” listed on eBay for $190k





A Leica M7 Titanium 3 lens set, “an extremely luxurious set for serious photographers”is currently listed on eBay for $190,000. From the product description:

Very rare hardly ever offered Leica M7 Titanium 3 lens set in box. The Leica M7 Titanium 3 lens set is an extremely luxurious set for serious photographer. The set is packed in a extremely nice case and both camera and lenses prove it is the perfect photo shooting combination with toughness and attractive appearance in one. This special edition was launched in 2004 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Leica M system and was produced only in 50 pieces only!!! For these limited pieces the serial numbers were from 3000000 to 3000050. Each set has a special limited number. First set starts with number 1954 and last set has number 2004. The 3 lens set includes:

– a Leica 28mm f2 Summicron-M ASPH lens

– a Leica 50mm f1.4 Summilux-M ASPH lens

– a Leica 90mm f2 APO-Summicron-M ASPH lens

All outer parts are made of titanium. Also a thin layer of silicon dioxide on the lens body was added to keep unwanted prints from fingertips away. All lenses have the same unique limited number as the camera. The first set for example has number 1954/28 on the 28mm Summicron-M lens. Other lens numbers for that set are 1954/50 and 1954/90. Where the Leica 28mm f2 Summicron-M lens comes with an external titanium hood the other 2 lenses have built in lens hoods. All 3 lenses have solid titanium front lens caps. A very nice Rimowa case comes with the set. The case, made from aluminum but painted with titanium color, allows the titanium body and lenses to lie comfortably inside. Extremely rare set. If you were ever looking for a set like this this is your chance. Set is in mint condition with no mentionable signs of use. Lens elements are clean.