Leica 50mm Summicron F2 Serial Numbers
The first version of the collapsible LTM Summicron came in a mount that looked similar to the Summitar. It was produced in very small numbers and intended for evaluation of the new formula by some professionals. The second version said 'Summicron' on the mount and contained yellowish, slightly radioactive glass. Export shapefile to csv.
Leica Serial Numbers: M's Sorted by Type Leica M's Sorted by Model and Serial Number 1954 to 1999: M3 to M6 TTL The raw data was supplied courtesy of Leica, by Mr. Horst Braun with the approval of Leica's CEO, Mr. I'm sure I'm speaking for all Leica enthusiasts in thanking them for their help and generosity in sharing this information. I sorted and edited the raw data into its present form to enhance readability. In some cases notes were added and wording revised for clarity. M's are grouped alphabetically M1 to M6, sorted within each group by starting serial number in that group. Rangefinderless M's are listed together at the end of the page.
In this list special models that have collector interest, such as black M3's and special edition M6's are listed together. Many interesting facts come to light with this list, but many other facts are left unknown. For instance, NASA and 50th Anniversary cameras are not listed, nor the M6 Titanium or the original M6.85. To be more exact, I do know the Titanium and original M6.85 numbers are listed, but their numbers are mixed in with regular M6 production numbers. It's probably a fair guess that many variations and special models which get collector's notice, did not get that much notice at the factory, so the serial numbers were just mixed in with the regular production for that model.
The reality of it is that the list was not made with all the precision that Leica collectors might like, but then the list wasn't made by Leica collectors -- it was made by people simply trying to get their job done -- sometimes at the end of a long day at work. Of special note are the rare and expensive black paint bodies and military M's. While the list is probably as accurate as we are going to have, it has long been accepted by Leica collectors that some real black bodies are 'not on the list.' On the other hand, forgers are getting better and better at making fake black Leicas. To compound the problem, if you had friends in high places at the Wetzlar or Midland factories, special finishes or features could be ordered, and these would not appear on the 'official' list. As you might imagine, this makes documenting many unusual cameras almost impossible -- a nightmare for collectors, an income opportunity for forgers. For perhaps the first time, most Leica M Birthdays are also listed, to be more exact the assignment date of the serial block.
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This Canadian built Leica 90mm M lens is in very clean condition for it age. There are no easily visible scratches or marks on body, focus and aperture rings.
It’s not mint but I would give it 8.5-9/10 condition rating. Glass is scratch and dust free. Paint is very slightly faded but no chips or missing letters.
I don’t have the original box or case but will include a Leica UV filter worth around £80 I will post worldwide using international courier price to be calculated, or uk by tracked signed for post. Leica Summicron 90mm f2. Made in Canada. Serviced October 30, 2018 by DAG camera. Slight marks on the body.
No scratches, cleaning marks on the lenses. Focus is well dampened, the aperture stops succinct. Please visit my other Leica items for sale. Zero feedback buyers are welcome but must contact me prior to bidding or your bid will be canceled.
🚚 If you wish to purchase additional items, send me a message to Combine Shipping for to addresses in the USA. ⛵I will ship within 2 business days due to the Holiday rush at the post office. Leica SUMMICRON M Camera Lenses Some of the most powerful and easily recognisable in the world, have been popular in the past decades for both film and digital photography. The Leica SUMMICRON M lenses are compact and fast, and they are an excellent choice for reportage photography, while also providing excellent results for any situation where you may need a wide-angle lens.