Leica MP, Hermes Edition This year, Leica Camera are launching a series of exclusive yearly edition models. The renowned French company Hermès is the partner for the initial edition.Specifically, it is a LEICA MP with silver chrome finish, lined with a fine Barenia calf leather which was delivered by Hermès. This Barenia leather is characterized by a very fine and natural surface structure. The leather’s treatment results in its unique “feel”. In order to achieve the best possible quality it is tanned in a very lengthy process that is repeatedly interrupted to allow the material to ‘come to rest’. The leather is a perfect match for the camera’s finish with its natural brown color. Around the edges, it is adorned by a fine, hand-made filet.
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Leica MP, Hermes Edition
Leica MP, Hermes Edition Also part of the yearly edition is a LEICA SUMMICRON-M 35mm f/2 ASPH. in silver chrome finish and a hand-made carrying strap, again in Barenia calf leather. The lens hood as well as the lens front and rear caps and the camera body cap are all made of solid, chrome-plated brass. Details such as the lens’ silver chrome finger grip and the engraved special numbers from 001/500 to 500/500 conclude the lens’ and camera’s deviations from the serial models.The cooperation with Hermès is indicated by a finely embossed “Hermès Paris – Made in France” on the back of the strap. “With this year’s edition we are combining Hermès’ savoir-faire in leather craftsmanship and Leica’s capabilities in the design of cameras and lenses.” explains Stefan Daniel, the head of Leica Camera AG’s System Cameras Division, and continues by pointing out that the partnership between Hermès and Leica is based on the belief in the same values of precision craftsmanship, love of details and longevity.
