LEICA LEITZ SUMMILUX 50MM F1.4 M EARLY REVERSE SCALLOP PROTOTYPE 11114 LENS +XTR

Description: Description-Serial #1640644-First version optical formula chrome finish 50mm Summilux lens-Made in Wetzlar Germany in 1958-Early first batch production-Dual scale feet/meter red/black focusing scale version-Chrome finish-Leica M mount This is an incredible and very RARE find. A reverse scalloped lens where the KNURLING focusing ribs are on the CONVEX side and the SMOOTH focusing is on the CONCAVE.These are very collectible and very hard to find.As special as a CORNER M3 or similar production prototype RARE feature production run.Really very nice and very hard to find.This one has a particularly nice serial # along with the complete shade, caps, filter and all. Even has a very nice STEEL finish colour not like the later SATIN chrome finish.Unique, special and RARE!Details-7 elements 5 groups-Aperture range: f1.4 - f16-E43 filter mount-45° angle of view-Cat No. 11114Includes-Rear lens cap-Leica UVa filter-Leica 12521 lens shade with shade capCosmetics 8+/10-No dings, dents, scratches or major marks-There are some marks on the body but overall nice and even better in personA nice example!Mechanics 9+/10-Focusing is smooth-Aperture clicks are crispOptics 9+/10-No fog, fungus, scratches or separation-Glass is clean and clear A very special find. The reverse scalloped lenses are increasing in price and getting harder and harder to findI recently sold one for close to $7000 and for those who are able to find them and not letting them go as there is more and more understanding as to how important these PROTOTYPE bodies are and that they are undervalued for the rarity and importance ( much like the M3 corners were and now are )A pleasure to have and enjoy! Setadel Studios has been selling photographic equipment for over 20+ years. Working with eBay as well as online sales via our website and in store is always welcome. It is our pleasure to serve the best possible product, service and price to accommodate our customers. Message, email or call us if you have any questions, concerns or ideas. Setadel Studios will be happy to help. 30197 (30197) If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to send us a message. You can also check our Terms & Conditions below as they will answer most of them. Not satisfied? Please try calling us before leaving a negative/neutral feedback. Emails or ebay messaging is also a great way to communicate and we will be happy to try and work out any problems as best as possible! We try to answer every message we receive as best we can but please allow up to 72 hours for a response as we are closed on weekends and all Canadian holidays. Our business hours are Mon/Fri 10am/5pm EST(GMT -05:00). We can only respond to messages during these hours. We are available on Saturdays by appointment. Terms & Conditions To be fair to all bidders, please do not ask us to stop the auction early. Bidders with less than 10 stars please contact us when bidding to confirm or your bids may be cancelled. We try very hard to describe our items' condition as best we can but if you feel that your item was not accurately described please contact us. We are always more than willing to work something out, but please contact us first. Our return policy is valid if we are notified of the problem within 48 hours upon receiving the item. Refunds will be issued once the item has been shipped and received back to us. Refunds do not include return shipping cost. Shipping Our shipping charges include shipping, handling, tracking and delivery confirmation (including signature release). Shipping here in Canada is expensive so please note that we charge, on average, 10% less than the actual shipping cost. Pick Up is welcome and always FREE! We ship worldwide! If your item is lost, stolen or damaged in transit DO NOT throw out any of the packaging material or paperwork you've received and contact us IMMEDIATELY. Taxes & Duties Buyers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, tariffs or brokerage fees associated with shipping to their respective countries. It is recommended that you research what taxes may be applicable on this item prior to bidding. These taxes may be assessed by your government. USA and Canada are charged by ebay internet sales tax or the carrier and collected on delivery independent of the final sale price for this item. We have no knowledge of or control over customs regulations of any country. Payments Non paying bidders will not be tolerated. An NPBA will be posted 7 days after the auction is over unless payment is made. Non payers will receive a non pay strike (these can lead to a suspension/termination of your account). All non paying bidders will be permanently blocked from bidding on any of our future listings. PLEASE BE PREPARED TO PAY FOR THE ITEM BEFORE BIDDING OR OUTBIDDING OTHERS.

Price: 5995 USD

Location: Toronto, Ontario

End Time: 2024-08-25T20:45:21.000Z

Shipping Cost: 65 USD