{"product_id":"leica-iiia-183815","title":"Leica IIIa 183815","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLeica IIIa 183815\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Leica IIIa 183815 is in good condition with some signs of use and handling wear. I rate this cosmetically 8+. This camera is in proper working order, the viewfinder is clear with a bright rangefinder. The film advance and rewind are smooth. The shutter is accurate at all settings. This camera comes with front cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-695d4ed5-edd4-8323-8e3f-706c8f1738e7-39\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-210\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"62f3fd63-1bd0-4082-876b-27be002f9cc6\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"30\"\u003eWhat Our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"465\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"146\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eIconic vintage rangefinder camera\u003c\/strong\u003e from Leica’s early history, prized by collectors and photographers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"234\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"234\"\u003eClassic \u003cstrong data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"178\"\u003e35 mm film format\u003c\/strong\u003e with timeless mechanical precision and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"327\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"327\"\u003eSimple, elegant controls make it a pure photographic tool with no electronic dependency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"384\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"384\"\u003eSolid, all‑metal construction built to last decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"465\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"465\"\u003eHighly collectible due to historical significance and enduring Leica legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"478\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"876\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"559\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"487\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What film does it use?\u003cbr data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"513\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"521\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard \u003cstrong data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"545\"\u003e35 mm film\u003c\/strong\u003e cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"654\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"654\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"568\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is it fully mechanical?\u003cbr data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"595\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — operates without batteries or electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"762\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"762\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What type of photography suits it?\u003cbr data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"701\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"709\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Street, documentary, and classic film photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"876\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"876\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is this good for collectors?\u003cbr data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"803\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — highly regarded as a significant Leica historical model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"902\"\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"983\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"983\"\u003eClean the body with a soft, dry cloth; avoid moisture and abrasive cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eUse a lens blower and gentle brush to remove dust from optics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eStore in a dry, padded case to prevent impact and humidity damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003ePeriodically cycle the shutter to keep mechanisms free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003eHave a specialist check for light seals and film advance smoothness for best performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Leica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54162630082844,"sku":"1797207","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/0622\/4924\/files\/1797207-00_5.jpg?v=1780150993","url":"https:\/\/www.mybackyardzone.com\/products\/leica-iiia-183815","provider":"Backup Power Made Simple","version":"1.0","type":"link"}