[LRFlex] Is anyone using a R4?

i've just bought a R4 in fine condition, serial # 161XXXX. My previous experience with Leica reflexes has been with Leicaflex SL, my principal reflex shooter, and the Leicaflex Standard; the price was particularly attractive on my R4 and I thought I'd give an automatic exposure Leica a try.

While I'd never mistake the R4 for a Leicaflex, I'm finding my new camera quite pleasant to use. The exposure automation, the first for me on any camera, is certainly convenient for casual shooting. The several rolls of B&W that I've run through the R4 indicate that all of the modes are working properly.

I've formed the impression that most of the people on this forum are using later model Leica reflexes than the R4. I'm curious to hear comments froim forum members who do shoot with a R4.

One question that naturally comes up is the expected reliability of the later model R4's. How are the cameras with serial number over 1600000 hold up for people?

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