Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/09/17
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]I purchased a 35mm Summicron with eyes on Ebay that was correctly represented to contain haze. The condition of the lens was not overstated. Upon its receipt, I sent it to a camera repair that has successfully cla'd other Leitz lenses for me. It wouldn't clean. I sent it to John Van Stelton who indicated that the glass used in this lens has metal in it and will oxidize and is not cleanable. The two elements with the problem are the ones on each side of the aperture diaphragm. He cannot eliminate the haze. While I greatly respect John's professional opinion, I am curious to know if anyone on this site has any suggestions before I scrap the lens. Roland Smith roland@dnai.com