Win a piece of photography history
A Leica from 1931, one of only three in its series. It comes with its original Elmar lens and carrying case.
Terms and Conditions of Participation
Here’s how to enter: Simply enter your name and email address below, then confirm your registration via the link we’ll send you by email. Also, follow us on Instagram at @oberwerth —and you’re all set! This automatically enters you into the drawing.
Participation is free. The winner will be announced on our Instagram account on August 24, 2026, and notified.
Leica I, including lens + Everready
This Leica was manufactured in 1931 as a Leica I (Model C) and was later upgraded to a Leica II by its owner. The camera and the 50-mm Elmar f/3.5 have been together for nearly a century, preserved in their original—and now rare—carrying case. Passed down from one careful owner to the next, it most recently came from the collection of a passionate Leica collector in Virginia. Fully functional, in original condition.
We know what it means to create a companion for life—handcrafted in our workshop, made to be passed down. Sign up for our newsletter and you’ll automatically be entered into the drawing. As a welcome gift, you’ll also receive an additional 10% off your first order.
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Craftsmanship That Endures
Since its founding in Koblenz, Oberwerth has been guided by a single conviction: A camera deserves protection that lasts a lifetime. Each of our bags, half cases, and straps is handcrafted in our workshop from the finest European leathers—in small batches, with meticulous attention to every detail. Over the years, the leather develops its own patina, becoming your very own personal companion.
The fact that a Leica from 1931 is still in use today is no coincidence. It is the result of materials and craftsmanship built to last a lifetime. It is precisely this standard that guides us in everything we create.
Custom-Made Protection for Your Leica
