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    Leica IIIb with Leica and Canon lenses - Anyone know anything about them?

    Hey folks,

    I'm new to the forums and very much an amateur photography hobbyist at best! I was given what I think is a Leica IIIb many years ago along with a Leica Summicron 50mm f=1:2, a Canon 50mm f:2.8, a Leica Elmar 90mm f=1:4 and a Canon 35mm f1.8. As I am no collector or aficionado, I was contemplating selling them and getting myself a decent DSLR. Anyone have an experience with this camera or these lenses? Any idea what they are worth? I have attached some images so you can get a better idea. Any help/advise would be greatly appreciated!
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    I usually look on keh.com for price reference. I recently paid around $350 for a mint, showroom condition iiif body. I see screwmount summicrons going for around the $400 range or more depending on the condition. The other lenses i'm not so sure about..

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    Thanks, bhop. I'll check that out.

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    The white corrosion (as best as I can tell) on the top plate and metal lens cap is an indicator of being stored in appropriately. Maybe a basement or something. That absolutely can ruin these cameras.

    You should have your expectations in check when you ask for a quote from KEH. I do find KEH as an honest group to deal with.
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