Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/05/20
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Gentlemen, I believe the 941xxx serial number simon Stevens asked about was in reference to the Elmar lens he described. Re-read the paragraph below, and see if it reads that way to you. Simon, if it does, the Rogliatti list shows that lens is from 1951, a very good year, but being born in it, I may be somewhat biased. Noel Charchuk http://telusplanet.net/public/nhcharch On Sat, 20 May 2000, John Collier wrote: > > You must be mistaken about the serial number! That is M and IIIG territory. > The black dial tops out around 575xxx and the red dial around 825xxx. > Psst...if it is a IIIG, grab it! > > John Collier > > > From: Simon Stevens <simon@camera-craftsman.com> > > > > > Hi all, > > > > I wonder if a luglurker can ask a quick question? I have seen a IIIF > > black dial for sale in an as-is condition for $500 and I'm wondering if > > this is a good price. The serial number checks out as being 1951 and the > > 50mm f3.5 Elmar appears to be clean and coated but I haven't been able > > to verify the year of production. The serial number is 941XXX, and maybe > > someone could identify it from that. > >