By David Farkas, Leica Store Miami
Today, Leica has announced
a new special edition set built around the Leica M10-P digital rangefinder. The
new Leica M10-P “Ghost Edition” for HODINKEE is the first collaboration with
the well-known wristwatch resource and watch sales outlet. Limited to just 250
sets worldwide, the “Ghost Edition” includes a Leica M10-P, 35mm f/1.4
Summilux-M ASPH lens and gray rope strap with black leather accents, along with
a signed certificate of authenticity.
Inspired by a vintage
watch’s sought-after “ghosted” look after many years of use, the camera and
lens are finished in a unique light gray matte paint with white and black
enamel-filled engravings. Silver controls with white markings grace the top of
the camera and gray buttons take the place of the standard black ones on the
back, next to the LCD. The textured gray cowhide leather covering and matching
gray rope strap round out the subtle gray-on-gray “ghost” aesthetic. The camera
looks extremely sharp and should match up nicely with silver chrome lenses.
Given the significant
overlap between Leica camera users and watch enthusiasts (raises hand), this
horology-inspired special edition collaboration between Leica and HODINKEE
seems like a natural fit. Leica is even slated to be offering a watch line in
the near future. And with less than a $1,500 price premium from a stock M10-P
and silver 35mm Summilux ASPH, along with so few sets being produced, I’m sure
the run of 250 won’t last long.
Pricing and Availability
The Leica M10-P “GhostEdition” for HODINKEE will start shipping within the next week for a price of
$14,995. If you are interested in purchasing the M10-P ‘Ghost Edition’ set, you
can do so at Leica Store Miami by clicking the button below, calling 305-921-4433
or sending an email to info@leicastoremiami.com.
Press Release
December 12, 2019 – Leica
Camera has teamed up with HODINKEE, the foremost destination for all things in
the world of horology, to debut a stunning new special edition set inspired by
the faded bezel of a vintage timepiece owned by HODINKEE founder and CEO Ben
Clymer. Limited to just 250 sets
worldwide, the Leica M10-P “Ghost Edition” for HODINKEE, which includes a Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH.
lens, is a nod to the desirable “ghosted” aesthetic emerged through the natural
aging and wear of a wristwatch bezel, creating an equally beautiful new look
and feel with a storied past.
“The Leica M10-P “Ghost
Edition” for HODINKEE is the realization of not only my fascination of how
timeless object age and evolve, but a partnership with a brand that has been a
part of my life for a long time and one that I greatly admire,” says Ben
Clymer, CEO of HODINKEE. “This limited edition was inspired by the first dive
watch that I purchased. In its original condition, the stainless-steel watch
would have had a rich black dial and bezel, and markers that were bright white
and luminous. With time and exposure, the dial and bezel faded to gray, and the
markers turned cream. This “ghosted” watch is among the most beautiful and
charming examples of an interesting life lived.”
The “Ghost Edition”
remains true to Leica’s minimalistic design with the purposeful omission of the
Leica red dot logo and is finished entirely in matte gray with white and silver
accents. The top and bottom plates of the camera body and the lens are coated
with a matte gray paint with white enamel-filled engravings, whereas the body
is covered in a gray cowhide leather for a soft, stylistic feature point. The
muted color tones evoke the “ghosted” look that inspired the limited-edition
camera yet offer a stylish design that stands on its own.
The “Ghost Edition” set
maintains all the technical features of the original M10-P, naturally drawing
parallels between the mechanical complexities of the camera with the
intricacies of fine watchmaking. From the incredibly quiet mechanical shutter
that barely utters a whisper to the touch and feel of the shutter speed dial
and aperture ring that harken to the turning of the rotating bezel of a dive
watch. Even the mechanical movement of the watch – its beating heart house
within its case, not visible to the user – plays counterpart to the coupled
rangefinder of the camera, it too hidden from sight under the camera’s top
plate. Both perfect examples of precision engineering and mechanical
excellence, relying on the motion and actions of their users to operate in
harmony.
Meanwhile, the lens
included in the set – the Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH. – is one of the most
versatile M lenses. Whether it is a shallow depth-of-field look when shot
wide-open, high-contrast available-light applications or landscapes with
immense depth of field, the lens performs wonderfully in any situation.
The Leica M10-P “Ghost
Edition” for HODINKEE will be available beginning December 12, 2019. The
edition is limited to only 250 camera sets worldwide, each of which bears a
distinctive serial number. The set also includes a stylish and rugged gray rope
strap with genuine Italian vegetable-tanned black leather accents, and a
certificate of authenticity.
About HODINKEE
Established in 2008,
HODINKEE is the foremost destination for all things in the world of horology.
Over the past decade, founder and CEO Ben Clymer and team have grown HODINKEE
into a robust media and retail platform by providing its respected point of view
on industry news and releases, investing in engaging and creative storytelling,
producing a designated podcast, printing a bi-annual publication and launching
and growing its own retail outlet, HODINKEE Shop. At its core, HODINKEE’s goal
is to bring its readers and consumers the best in wristwatches in a way that is
approachable, authentic and honest. HODINKEE.com
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