[Leica] Information on the Summarit, from those who repair or have had one repaired?

[feli2 at earthlink.net (feli)]

Don't you need an optical bench to properly reassemble the elements  
to the proper flange/focal distance?


feli

On Jun 27, 2005, at 11:17 AM, Gene E. McCluney wrote:

> I take exception to the remarks below.  I have been quite  
> successful in the dis-assembly and cleaning of several Leica brand  
> RFDR lenses, and I have sent off the front element of several for  
> polish and recoating, and then reassembled myself and they work to  
> perfection. It all depends on how handy you are with specialized  
> tools such as spanner wrenches and other items you can readily  
> order from Micro-Tools.
> If you take your time, and are meticulous you can achieve good  
> results yourself.
>
> Different Leica lenses have different optical designs and methods  
> of assembly.  The 50mm summicron has an air-spaced front element,  
> which makes polishing and recoating relatively easy from a  
> techincal standpoint.  The Summarit may have a cemented pair as the  
> front element group and this makes it more difficult to get a  
> polish and recoat, but should not make it more difficult to  
> disassemble.
>
> Gene McCluney

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