Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/06/22
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]You are exactly right as to defects in the rear lens element causing moderate to severe image degradation. These will show up at small stops if the marks are near the center or the element, actually the image suffers all the time it is just less visible at wider apertures. Run your fingernail over the defects, if there is no dimple, dent, or groove then yes you can probably restore the lens. If the lens is still under passport then New Jersey is the place to be. If not under passport then John Van Stelton is the place to be. E-mail John@focalpointlens.com for information. I can't say enough good things about what John can do.