Leica Elmar L39 4/90mm Camera lens

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Edwin Molenaar
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Has over 15 years' experience in photography and camera building, formerly a trader.

Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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Description from the seller

A classic Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 9cm (90mm) f/4 short-tele lens for Leica screw-mount rangefinders.
Well-known as a compact tele/portrait option in the LTM era.

Made in Germany (engraved). Ships from Japan.

■ Condition
Please refer to the photos as they form an important part of the description. (Photo priority)

■ Appearance
- There are signs of use such as scuffs/marks and dirt.
※Condition is based on visual inspection and is subjective. Please refer to photos.

■ Lens
- Dust: Yes
- Fungus: Yes
- Haze: Slight haze
- Scratches: Yes
- Balsam separation: No (not observed)
- Aperture blades: Working / oil stains present
※Condition is subjective—please refer to photos.

■ Included
Everything shown in the photos is included. (Caps / accessories shown are included.)

■ Functional check (No camera test)
- Aperture blades move.

■ Shipping / Origin
- Made in Germany (engraved).
- Ships from Japan. (Tracked & carefully packed.)
- Shipping method: Air shipping with tracking.
- Any import duties/taxes are the buyer’s responsibility.

■ Important note
This is a vintage lens and is sold in used condition. Age-related wear or intermittent behavior may occur.
Kindly bid with this understanding, and please refer to the photos carefully. (Photo priority)

A classic Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 9cm (90mm) f/4 short-tele lens for Leica screw-mount rangefinders.
Well-known as a compact tele/portrait option in the LTM era.

Made in Germany (engraved). Ships from Japan.

■ Condition
Please refer to the photos as they form an important part of the description. (Photo priority)

■ Appearance
- There are signs of use such as scuffs/marks and dirt.
※Condition is based on visual inspection and is subjective. Please refer to photos.

■ Lens
- Dust: Yes
- Fungus: Yes
- Haze: Slight haze
- Scratches: Yes
- Balsam separation: No (not observed)
- Aperture blades: Working / oil stains present
※Condition is subjective—please refer to photos.

■ Included
Everything shown in the photos is included. (Caps / accessories shown are included.)

■ Functional check (No camera test)
- Aperture blades move.

■ Shipping / Origin
- Made in Germany (engraved).
- Ships from Japan. (Tracked & carefully packed.)
- Shipping method: Air shipping with tracking.
- Any import duties/taxes are the buyer’s responsibility.

■ Important note
This is a vintage lens and is sold in used condition. Age-related wear or intermittent behavior may occur.
Kindly bid with this understanding, and please refer to the photos carefully. (Photo priority)

Details

Era
1900-2000
Lens mount type
M39
Brand
Leica
Model/ type nr
Elmar L39 4/90mm
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1950-1960
Sold by
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Objects sold
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