LEICA LEITZ 35MM SUMMILUX-M F1.4 GERMANY PRE ASPH 11870 LENS +12504 SHADE LATE#
Description
-Serial #3601759
-Late serial number example; production run 1967 - 1995
-Made in Wetzlar, Germany 1992
-Black finish
-M version to fit on any of your Leica M rangefinder cameras
-2nd version example after the steel rim
-Pre Asph version lens
-The most compact 35mm F1.4 Leica made
-Dual scale yellow/white - feet/meter focusing scale version with focusing tab
-Serial #3601759
-Late serial number example; production run 1967 - 1995
-Made in Wetzlar, Germany 1992
-Black finish
-M version to fit on any of your Leica M rangefinder cameras
-2nd version example after the steel rim
-Pre Asph version lens
-The most compact 35mm F1.4 Leica made
-Dual scale yellow/white - feet/meter focusing scale version with focusing tab
This is a very desirable LATE # production made in Germany.
BLOCK style lettering on the name ring and focusing ring.
Complete with both caps along with the second version 12504 shade ...( shade does not separate for the drop in filter as this is the later, black tab, 2nd version of this shade )
Details
-7 elements 5 groups
-Aperture range: f1.4 - f16
-Angle of view 64°
-Cat No. 11870
Includes
-Front and rear lens caps
-Leica 12504 metal shade "One piece" 2nd version later shade with cap
-Leica leather lens pouch
Cosmetics 9/10
-No dings, dents, scratches or major marks
A very nice example
Mechanics 9/10
-Focusing is smooth
-Aperture clicks are crisp
Optics 9/10
-No fog, fungus, separation or scratches
-Glass is clean and clear
A great lens to use and enjoy! Complete!
This lens is known for its flare and character.
A distinctive 35mm lens with a fast F1.4.
Compact, wide angle, character lens.
Exactly what Leica is all about.
Nice to find one that is complete, later # Germany made and so nice
A pleasure to have and enjoy!