RARE FED-1 Vintage Leica II Copy, 1955, Film Tested, M39 Rangefinder Camera

One of the closest historical copies of the legendary Leica II, manufactured in 1955 and fitted with the original collapsible FED 50mm f/3.5 lens with the classic Leica M39 (LTM) screw mount.

This camera has been film tested and works beautifully.

All sample photographs included in this listing were taken with this exact camera and lens on 05/07/2026 using Fujifilm 200 film, demonstrating that the camera is fully functional and ready to shoot.

Condition

• Excellent cosmetic condition for a 70-year-old camera
• Clean body with only light signs of careful use
• Shutter curtains are in very good condition
• All shutter speeds work correctly
• Bright, clear and properly aligned rangefinder
• Smooth film advance
• Focus and aperture operate perfectly

Lens

• Original collapsible FED 50mm f/3.5 lens
• Leica M39 (LTM) screw mount
• Clean optics
• No fungus
• Smooth focusing
• Sharp images with beautiful classic vintage rendering

The original leather case is included.

A high-quality Leica metal lens cap is also included. It fits the lens perfectly and beautifully complements the classic all-metal design of the camera.

As many collectors know, the earliest FED cameras were produced as faithful copies of the legendary Leica II. Early FED lenses followed the classic Leica Elmar optical design and were manufactured using German equipment and production technology transferred after World War II. Because of this heritage, these cameras remain highly regarded among collectors and film photography enthusiasts.

Whether you are looking for a collectible piece of photographic history or a fully usable 35mm rangefinder camera, this FED-1 is ready to shoot.

Film tested. Ready to load with your favourite film and enjoy.