LEICA LTM M39 Summicron 2/50 50 50mm F2 yellow glass Thorium 1023xxx 1952

LEICA LTM M39 Summicron 2/50 50 50mm F2 yellow glass

The absolute classic in rangefinder cameras, the Leica.

Timeless design, utmost reliability, perfect mechanical and optical performance and highest standards in workmanship and materials used.

Here at offer from this series:

The Summicron 2/50mm, a legendary lens and at it's time THE reference for optical performance in this range.

Here a very EARLY specimen, pre-production, dating to 1952, serial number 1023216, yellowish glass (Thorium).

Matching all Barnack type M39 Leicas and, with optional Leica adapter, also all M-Leicas from M2 to M10 digital.

Beautiful glass: Only very faintest hard to see cleaning marks, only visible from front by inadequate LED lamp.

Also cosmetically fine condition.