Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/08/06

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Subject: Re: [Leica] 50mm lens
From: John Collier <jbcollier@home.com>
Date: Sun, 06 Aug 2000 15:36:22 -0600

The lens was produced in 1989 which means it has the latest optics but the
mount is the version before the current one. The current mount has no
focusing tab and a built in hood while yours has the focusing tab and the
clip-on shade that reverses for storage. Most people prefer the lens with
the focusing tab and the separate shade.

John Collier

> From: Donald McConnell <djminusa@macconnect.com>
> 
> I have found a Summicron - M 50mm lens for sale in near mint to mint
> condition.  However the serial # 3501960 seems a little old to me.  Can
> anyone tell me if this lens is in the series just before the present day
> 50mm with the built-in hood and the approximate date of manufacture. Any
> information you may share with me will be greatly appreciated.
>