M4-2

[seungmin@luxmail.luxcom.com]

     Hi,
     
       I have been thinking of adding a M4-2 to my M collection and came up 
     with a question.  As far as I know, M4-2 is basically the same as M4 
     except that the former was made in Canada without a self timer.  My 
     question comes here, why is M4-2 not as much appreciated as M4?  Is it 
     because it is Canadian made with less attention to quality.  Your 
     opinions are appreciated.
     
       When it comes to R Leica, some dealers said that R4 and R3 are so 
     problematic while R4S, R4S-P and later models are ok.  They also said 
     R4's made in Germany with higher serial number are much better.
     
       I just wonder if it is really true that German made cameras even of 
     the same model are better in quality and every other respect.
     
     
                        Regards,
     
                        David Lee