Summilux 50 v2 in v1 house?

[aficionados]

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A nice and mint condition summilux 50 v2 was presented to me with a reasonable price. 
The seller mentioned that this is v2 but in a v1 housing which is silver chrome with scallop aperture ring.

Is there a such thing as v2 in v1 house? If yes how did it happen and why?

The lens was recently CLA’, very clean no fungus, focusing is spotted on.

Is it worth $2200? I’m considering to knock it down to 2000 and then take it

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[TomB_tx]

Yes, the v2 50 Summilux originally used the same housing as the v1. I prefer that early version of the V2, as I love the style. I've looked for one for some time.

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[aficionados]

From the serial number it looks like it’s from 1961 production. I have seen the lens in person and played a bit. The overall cosmetic condition is good enough for a 80 years old lens. It comes with original cap and hood.

Seller mentioned it’s CLA’ed early this year.
However there are two observations I would like your inputs:

1. The aperture ring seems a bit stiff. It’s not stuck feeling but not as smooth as I have experienced with other lenses. This one is definitely more clicky.

2. When the aperture is fully closed to f16 I see a bit discolouring in the central part of the blade. Seller said it’s normal as 80 years old lens the discolouring is from the blades scratch each other. I’m not sure if there is such a thing as blades scratching each other.

The seller is kind enough to loan me the lens for free for couple of weeks playing it. If I don’t like it then return it for no cost. If I like it it’s $2200, no way to reduce it.

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Edited October 24, 2024 by aficionados

[evikne]

Looks like a beautiful lens, I wouldn't hesitate to buy it. Love the scalloped focus ring!

A stiff aperture ring is better than a loose one, which inadvertently changes the setting.

[Danner]

If that lens is 80 years old, then I am much older than I've been telling people, LOL.

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1 hour ago, Danner said:

If that lens is 80 years old, then I am much older than I've been telling people, LOL.

Sorry I must be still adjusting my jet lag. It’s 60 then 🤪

[Essummi]

Seems to be an early V2, see https://wiki.l-camera-forum.com/leica-wiki.en/index.php/50mm_f/1.4_Summilux-M_II., and the serial number listed in this article. Beautiful lens.

[mujk]

On 10/24/2024 at 11:31 PM, aficionados said:

2. When the aperture is fully closed to f16 I see a bit discolouring in the central part of the blade. Seller said it’s normal as 80 years old lens the discolouring is from the blades scratch each other. I’m not sure if there is such a thing as blades scratching each other.

Yes, there may be scuff marks caused by the blades touching each other. These are completely normal as long as they exist on all blades in about the same spot and there are no deep scratches.

[costa43]

Looks lovely, if the glass is clean then I would be tempted!