You can get a la carte refurbished Leica M9 cameras in Wetzlar for €2,800 (Leica M9-P for €3,000) – here is a report from Jonathan Slack:
I was visiting Wetzlar early in July, and visited the new Customer Care Reception (where the store used to be). First of all I wondered at what a brilliant job they had done renovating my well travelled WATE (Wide Angle Tri-Elmar). Then, when I looked at the display cabinets I realised they were filled with startlingly a la carte M9 cameras. Michel explained that they had the space . . and they had the cameras and the sensors and the shutters and thought it might be a good idea to put it all together.
I was so impressed I thought it might be nice to say a few words about what seems to me to be a great idea. I know so many people who regret selling their M9, but are worried about buying a second hand camera which might be 10 years old. This is a great opportunity to get a guaranteed camera in a sexy cover at a great price.
Each camera has a brand new sensor (which won’t corrode). The shutter will have no more than 2,000 actuations (it’s designed to last for 50,000). Any worn parts are replaced or repaired. It comes with a Service Certificate showing the testing and shutter count. It also comes with a 1 year Leica Warranty. The body itself will be in excellent condition but may show some signs of use. Cameras come in Black Paint and Chrome.
M9 is €2,800
M9p is €3,000How To Get One:
You can visit Wetzlar and pick one up from Customer Care (have lunch at the Leitz Cafe whilst they make up your ideal camera). Alternatively you can contact Michel-Alexandre Razafimahefa at Leica Customer Care: [email protected]. He will be able to help you.
