Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1997/05/12
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Arnold Don Abravanel wrote: > > I was given a 90 F4 Elmar. Although the number indicators are worn, I shot > it on my M5 so I only had to guess the aperature. It was surpringly clear > and sharp. The serial # 469,7XX. It looks a little cloudy, but it shot well. > It really is a departure from my 90 F2 Summicron in size and weight. Any > info on this freebee. Arnold, Your lens was made in 1938--I guess you also have a screw-M adapter. It takes A-36 filters. You might want to have it cleaned internally, but it sounds like you already know the good things about the lens: sharp, compact and a bargain! Have fun, Colin