LEICA LEITZ 90MM ELMAR F4 3 ELEMENT ELANG-M CHROME 11830 M LENS +CAPS MINT!
Description
Serial #2089406
Made in 1965 in Wetzlar, Germany
Later serial number version example
Dual scale black/red feet/meter scale focusing example
Scalloped focusing ring
Serial #2089406
Made in 1965 in Wetzlar, Germany
Later serial number version example
Dual scale black/red feet/meter scale focusing example
Scalloped focusing ring
These 3 element lenses are relatively low production and made in 6 batches for 2 years.
3 batches in 1962 and 3 batches is 1965. This one is of the later!
This is a MINT example of a very sharp and RARE 3 element M lens.
Complete with caps and really one of the nicest I have seen.
Details
Leica M bayonet mount
E39 filter mount
Aperture range: f4 - f32
37° angle of view
Cat No. 11830 (ELANG-M)
Includes
Front and rear Leica lens caps
Cosmetics 9+/10
No dings, dents or major marks
There is one bright mark on the barrel
Mechanical 9.5+/10
Focusing is smooth, no slips
Aperture clicks are crisp
Optics 9.5+/10
No fog, fungus, separation or scratches
Just a spectacular example
I have a similar one many years ago that I sold for over $900 with ease but it was the earlier batch. This one is the later and nicer of the two.
Hard to find in this condition and just a fine lens in every respect!
Hard to find in this condition and just a fine lens in every respect!
A pleasure to have and enjoy!