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  1. Where to Repair Your Vintage Camera And What to Watch Out For

    Where to Repair Your Vintage Camera  And What to Watch Out For

    Our recommendations for international Leica & classic camera repairs

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  2. Meet Us at the 61st Bièvres International Photo Fair – June 7–8, 2025

    Meet Us at the 61st Bièvres International Photo Fair – June 7–8, 2025

    This June, Mint & Rare and Wetzlar Camera Auctions will be present at the 61st Bièvres International Photo Fair—a key annual event for collectors and vintage camera enthusiasts which we attend every year. We’ll be on-site with a dedicated stand offering consultations for anyone interested in buying or selling rare photographic gear.

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  3. Shocking Bidding Results at Wetzlar Camera Auctions - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    Shocking Bidding Results at Wetzlar Camera Auctions - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    In this video we talk about the most shocking price results from Wetzlar Camera Auctions.

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  4. Leica Prototype Cameras & Lenses: Rare Collector’s Guide

    Leica Prototype Cameras & Lenses: Rare Collector’s Guide Most prototypes were never released to the public, making them exceptionally rare and highly sought after by serious collectors. Read more...
  5. Only 16 Exist: Leica M3D-17 David Douglas Duncan - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    Only 16 Exist: Leica M3D-17 David Douglas Duncan - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    In this video, we showcase one of the most extraordinary Leica cameras ever made — the Leica M3D-17, a limited edition tribute to legendary LIFE magazine photojournalist David Douglas Duncan.

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  6. Leica I Mod. A 'Elmax'

    Leica I Mod. A 'Elmax'

    The Leica I Mod. A is a milestone in the history of the LEITZ company and German camera history. Exactly 100 years ago, this camera, the world's first 35mm camera for normal cinema film, finally made the name E. LEITZ world-famous.

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  7. This Leica Collection Was Hidden for Years - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    This Leica Collection Was Hidden for Years - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    In this video, we unveil an extraordinary private Leica collection that has been hidden away for years.

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  8. 20 Vintage Camera Lifehacks: Myths or Must-Try? - by Jo Geier

    20 Vintage Camera Lifehacks: Myths or Must-Try? - by Jo Geier

    We evaluate 20 well-known camera hacks—some are effective, while others are questionable. Do they hold up under scrutiny? Find out in our latest video!

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  9. Hugo Meyer Görlitz Makro Plasmat 2.7/105mm

    Hugo Meyer Görlitz Makro Plasmat 2.7/105mm

    The Hugo Meyer Makro Plasmat 2.7/105mm is characterised not only by its high optical performance, but also by its rarity and the associated collector's value. We shed some light on this sought after lens and its history.

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  10. Leica SL3-S, Limited Editions & Collector Tips - Kevin Fickling & Jo Geier - Mint & Rare Podcast #4

    Leica SL3-S, Limited Editions & Collector Tips - Kevin Fickling & Jo Geier - Mint & Rare Podcast #4

    Kevin Fickling, a fashion and lifestyle photographer and a Leica collector, joins us in this episode to share his experience using and collecting Leica cameras and lenses.

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