This is a new section specifically created for rangefinder system users. I guess users of RF bodies/lenses users have a distinctive taste in their own. Most of all, they are a mix of collectors, photographers, historian etc. who may be having keen interest in the photographic equipment produced during the old days. But I guess most of allm, they are the elite group who are more to appreciative the excellence of mechanical / optical engineering presenting in the rangefinder system made during the older days. As it is rather hard to satisfy everyone intention when it relates to a website as each may have their own preferences on brands or types. Over the years, I have constructed quite a number of sites featuring a series of selective camera models and/or optics but they were all related to Single lens reflex (SLR) systems but not really focused on the rangefinder system yet. So,m technically, the RF-Nikon/Nikkor section is my first attempt. When I first started the site, I simply felt it is so unfair just to concentrate on the Nikon/Nikkor alone as there are so many good photographic systems with other major labels. So, other than my initail effort on the Nikon/Nikor, I am also taking the chance begin compiling some of the other information on other respectful labels as supplementary information for surfers. As there are already many excellent, established resources on the Network on the ame topic , probablyt I don't have to pursue one by one in details but simply confine my own effort within the early series of Nippon Kogaku and Nikkor only but I would also take the opportunity to introduce other equally good photograophic resources from comparing brands. This Message Board was created just for that purpose to patch things that I feel that might be missing in my own PIM site - as well as to provide a gateway for those that were not being featured yet. You may use it for whatever you think / deem suitable - regardless it is questions & answers (Q&A) or just make good use of it to share experience among one another on the rangefinder system. Lastly, as some of the remarks presented herein may be entirely personal and I do not wish to influence any decision prior to any potential purchases or disposal of your equipment. Naturally, you are always encouraged to make good use of this convenience of the MB here to present your own thoughts / views as well. Enjoy.

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1. From : Rockman (noname@leicam.xomn)
Url : http://
Date : 01:54 PM Sunday 23 November, 2008

One of the most mysterious collection of M models are the Japanese models. According to what I know, the NSH are the Japan version of year 2000 model. NOt sure the ICS, first time heard of it. But caneraqyuest stated it was made for Konto dealers in Japan but this site has the index page separate from the two names i.e. Konto and ICS. I have tied to find out from google search, no specific infor given, hopefully when this gentleman did his site will provide a better clue.

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2. From : Coley. James (prefer@private.com)
Url : http://
Date : 04:05 PM Saturday 22 November, 2008

What are the differences between NSH and ICS Leica M6 ? No info, can explain ?

P.S. Lovely and incredibly informative site !

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3. From : dickson (dickson_fhy55@hotmail.com)
Url : http://
Date : 01:32 AM Wednesday 05 November, 2008

any1 interested with the Leica R6.2 limited Gold edition,singapore 30th aniversary.if you are interested pls email me.thx

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4. From : Curious (question@nikon.section)
Url : http://
Date : 11:43 AM Friday 24 October, 2008

What has happened to the Nikkor Rangefinder lens section ? I have been waiting for a month and has not seen the new pages. (instead, I see LEICA m6 .. interesting though but not my cup of tea (too expensive !). By the way, it is a great Nikon resources, hopefully you will continue with the work.

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5. From : Tim, Heyden (private@comment.com)
Url : http://
Date : 11:19 AM Wednesday 22 October, 2008

This site was the first to address the LEICA M6G and a few others that I only read from the books - superb info !

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6. From : J.TH. Casey (Nomail@nothisone.com)
Url : http://
Date : 11:06 AM Monday 13 October, 2008

I read your site with great interest. Yes, I don't seemed be able to find any information 3 elements ELMAR as engraved on the M6G. A friend of mine told me may be it was a mis-engraving by a "stroke" at the last 2 lens element. Well, this couldn't be the case, as how can such a mistake be made whan such an important camera through so many serious people in the business. This puzzles me too. This was the first time I am seeing a LEICA M6G in pictures in the Internet, GREAT WORK !

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7. From : kakaman (mail_will_bounce@mir.com.my)
Url : http://www.MIR.my
Date : 02:20 PM Thursday 09 October, 2008

Site Progress Update 09.09.2008:- A featured section on one of the earliest Leica M6 special edition model:-
LEICA M6G in Chrome, Black and Titanium finishing . Information on this LEICA M6 is extremely scarce and I have to make a few assumptions at certain areas and possibly anyone can help to fill up the gray areas that I have pointed out with this model ?

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8. From : kakaman (mail_will_bounce@mir.com.my)
Url : http://www.MIR.my
Date : 02:20 PM Thursday 09 October, 2008

Site Progress Update 8.09.2008:- Here are some new addition of information on LEICA M6 Series Site:-
Leica M6 Sultan of Negeri Brunei Darussalam Silver jubilee GOLD Edition with gold plated SUMMILUX-M 1:1.4/50mm, 1992.. Strictly limited edition ordered by Palace officials for official use for the 1992 royal celebration. Another featured LEICA GOLD edition model was the Leica M6 His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand 50th Anniversary of His Coronation
GOLD Edition with matching Gold-plated Summicron-M 1:2.0/50mm, 1996

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9. From : kakaman (mail_will_bounce@mir.com.my)
Url : http://www.MIR.my
Date : 02:20 PM Thursday 09 October, 2008

Site Progress Update 06.09.2008:- A Visual Profile on Leica M6 Platinum-plated Special Edition rangefinder camera model :-
Leica Platinum finish models. . It was Leica first official released of commemorative rangefinder body with the M6. . A least known Leica M6 Platinum model released back in 1992 Leica M6 Platinum 25th. Golden Jubilee Year celebration in accession of Throne of Sultan of Brunei, .

The sultan has another 2-carat diamond LEICA M6 Platinum edition in 1996 Leica M6 Platinum 50th. Birthday Edition (1996). All for visual / reading references only to build a M6-series library.

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10. From : Rick Oleson (rick_oleson@yahoo.com)
Url : http://rick_oleson.tripod.com
Date : 07:24 AM Friday 03 October, 2008

Hi Jason:

The "pimple" on a Contax I is a round bump on the front, at the center of the focusing wheel (just inboard of the right-hand rangefinder window).

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