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LEICA 11820 50MM NOCTILUX F1.2 LENS +SHADE. RARE THICK RIM EARLY #15th MADE WOW!

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  • $39,995.00

SKU: 29159
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Description
Serial #2176715
Made in Midland, Canada in1966
Original first version Noctilux 50mm f1.2
This the 15th Noctilux ever made. WOW!
The first lens made by Leica to have aspherical glass elements
Extremely rare and hard to find, especially in this condition
Only 2450 examples were ever made in 4 batches between 1966-1973
A must have for any collector or enthusiast
This is a very VERY special example of THE MOST FAMOUS Leica lens ever made ( some would argue so is the 35mm 1.4 AA DOUBLE ASPHERICAL )

This is of the FIRST and smallest batch of lenses made. Only 200 produced in 1966. Of the 200, there were a few RANDOM version that have a THICKER FRONT RIM and actually physically a different lens.
15th one EVER MADE. WOW WOW WOW!

Similar to the Leica M3 CORNER, they were random. This is exceptionally rare and truly a must have EARLIEST STYLE Noctilux FIRST BATCH THICK RIM! AMAZING!

Also, this comes complete with its 12503 shade along with its original 14102P 52.5 cap

Details
Aperture range: f1.2 - f16
Angle of view 45°
Six-element design
Filter size Series 8
Cat No. 11820

Includes
Original 52.5 14102 cap
Leica 12503 vented metal lens shade
Leica REAR CAP!

Cosmetically 9-/10
No dings, dents or major marks
Barrel shows some very faint signs of use but overall clean and in collectible condition.
The pictures do no justice
A very nice example overall.
Minor mark on the name ring where it was cleaned but just for dust

Mechanically 9.5/10
Focusing is smooth
Aperture clicks crisp

Optically 9.5/10
No fog, fungus, separation or scratches
No dry coating cracks. Glass is really clean and clear.


I have had the pleasure of offering many 50mm 1.2 Noctilux over the last 20 years. I do think that this is THE Leica lens to have along side the 35mm f1.4 AA ASPHERICAL but the 50mm f1.2 does hold a special place in my heart.
This is one of the most outstanding examples as a 50mm f1.2 Noctilux I have had the pleasure to offer. To find such an early example. I can't believe this is #15.

I can not stress the RARITY of this lens. To find a Noctilux 1.2 is already rare, but to find an early 1st batch is even harder. THEN, to have one with a THICK RIM, great condition, perfect glass....this is really amazing.
The CHERRY on top...#15. Amazing!
Of the FEW that are in existence, only a fraction of those will come up for sale, and to find one like this, available...I can not express the importance and rarity of this offering.
A "blue chip" investment as well.
This lens will always attract a special level of customer and will continue to rise in value

I sold a few THICK RIM lenses over the past 25 years but never have I had a # this early
The last was a few years ago for over $65,000 but this is something special!
A great deal considering

* FOR THOSE EXTRA PARTICULAR CUSTOMERS, PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS

A must have for any serious collector or enthusiast.
SPECTACULAR!