The Reid is based on the pre-war Leica 111b but re-engineered in imperial measurements. Production started in 1951, the model 111a is an improved model with flash synchronisation. The Reid was extremely well made but did not introduce any new features over pre-war days. It did not sell in large numbers (around 2500) probably due to the poor marketing and a lack of commitment from the makers. Many cameras were sold to the British armed services.

Reid models:

• Original - without synchronisation.
• Original - version with one synchronisation socket.
• 111a - twin flash contacts.
• 11 - version without slow speeds.
• 1 - version without rangefinder.
• 1a - similar to the model 1 but with finder replaced by a second accessory shoe.

Accessories included:

Extension tubes, supplied as a set of 6 tubes - 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 1, 2 and 4". Focusing stage with intermediate mount allowing the standard lens to be used collapsed. Fixing arm to attach to a copying stand. Lens hood.