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FS: Leica 50mm summicron V5, tabbed, hood, Mint

markwon

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This is the fifth version of the 50mm summicron with a tab and removable hood. It is the version just prior to the current w/built-in hood, and much lighter and compact with the same optical formula. Many prefer this lens over the current production becuase it simply handles better, including Stephen Gandy at Camerquest (Read more about this version compared to others here: http://www.cameraquest.com/mlenses.htm#Sharpest And Most For Your .

This is the later production, made in Germany with a later serial (as indicated by the "Leica" print instead of Leitz. You would be hard pressed to find this lens in better condition than this one. Looks and functions like new, both aperture and focus rings are precise and smooth.


$950 paypalled, shipping ($25) cont. US
 
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