What a bunch of idiots! Leica used to be a very well respected marque, and now it seems to have become a designer camera. The long slide into oblivion continues ... 'tis a shame. Glad I got mine while they were still cameras, not jewelry.
Shel > [Original Message] > From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED] (Ralf R. Radermacher)> > We first thought this was a joke but it's all over the press now: > > Leica have terminated all agreements with Berlin photo dealers including > the renowned KaDeWe department store. > > Leica sales manager Steffen Keil explained that they want Leica to be > perceived as a luxury brand like Gucci or Marco Polo. To this end, an > exclusive "Leica Shop" will be opened some time in June. > > No comment....
