Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/03/01
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]John, Leica has not been using "L" wax seal for some time. Latest models of M6 have flashing LEDs for underexposure. I believe black screws at the twelve o'clock position is the standard. On my M6 Titanium all the lens mount screws are black. I haven't seen the wax seal for some years. Jeff Alford John Gong wrote: > Having purchased a new M6 a few months ago, I've been blissfully taking > available light pictures with a 35 summilux. Just yesterday, my photo > processor, who is pretty knowledgeable about Leicas and Contaxes, commented > that my M6 might not be new: his reason was that the topmost (and black) > screw which holds the lens flange does not have the famous scripted L cast > into the screw head. I think his reference might be based on his M4, but > wanted to find out from you LUGgers with M6's to verify this little detail. > All other signs on the body, when received indicate that this is a new > camera. > Thanks, John