LEICA LEITZ 35MM SUMMILUX-M F1.4 11870 TRANSITIONAL STEEL RIM LOCK ELC LENS MINT

Description -Serial #2290672 -Black finish -Made in Canada 1968 -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 RARE and desirable TRANSITIONAL version of the 35mm 1.4 Between the STEEL RIM 1st version that takes the OLLUX shade and the second version black ( similar to this ) that takes the 12504 shade, they made only a few that have the infinity focusing lock These are hard to find, especially in this condition. RARE and wonderful! Details -7 elements 5 groups -Aperture range: f1.4 - f16 -Angle of view 64° -Cat No. 11870 Includes -Front and rear lens cap 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! This lens is known for its flare and character. A distinctive 35mm lens with a fast F1.4. Compact, wide angle, character lens with rare features Exactly what Leica is all about. A pleasure to have and enjoy!