Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/06/12
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]The older model was the 13352 looking in the Leica guide. This model was for mounting the swing out polarizer on E39(A42)mm lenses. A set screw was tightened to fit on the lens. A 13351 polarizer was made for the 50mm Summilux only. Since the latest model runs almost $300, I doubt the $175 one is the new model. The new polarizer has 2 adapter rings. Chris Williams New Orleans - ----- Original Message ----- From: "Julian Koplen" Subject: [Leica] Swing-out polarizer models > A fellow I discovered on an obscure auction site ;) is trying to sell what > he describes as the latest model swing-out polarizer, model 13352X, in > virtually mint condition. It comes with one adaptor ring. My understanding > is that the latest is 13356 and comes with two adaptor rings. I can find > 13352 in a 1987 Leica system handbook but can find no reference to the 'X' > in the accessories listing. I also read on another forum that the older > polarizers will not fit on my current 50mm Summicron, the one with the > pullout shade. > > Meanwhile, the prospective seller, who seems to have little knowledge about > this product, tells me his dealer says the 13352X is the latest model. I > doubt it. > > Can anyone clear this up for us. $175 is at stake in the proposed deal. > > Thanks.............Julian - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html