Leica 50/3,5 Elmar SM Nickel (circa 1933) Ex++

Leica 50/3,5 Elmar Screw Mount Nickel finish lens, Mtr – early lens, circa 1933, focusing is smooth, the aperture works properly, clean glass., Sold with Leica front and rear Lens caps.

A clean, Leica Elmar 50mm f/3.5 in Screw Mount (LTM) with the desirable nickel finish, dating to circa 1933. This early MTR‑era Elmar features smooth focusing, a properly functioning aperture, and clean glass with light faint marks—a rare combination for a lens of this age. Sold complete with Leica front and rear caps, making it an excellent choice for both users and collectors.

Included in This Listing

Leica Elmar 50mm f/3.5 Nickel (Screw Mount, circa 1933)

Leica front lens cap

Leica rear lens cap

Lens condition EX++

Nickel finish in beautiful condition with minimal signs of age

Focusing is smooth throughout the range

Aperture works properly, clean clicks and correct resistance

Glass is clean for its era — no haze, fungus, or separation

Classic Elmar rendering with vintage character and surprising sharpness

Threads clean and mount fits securely on LTM bodies and M bodies (with adapter)

Highlights

Early 1933 production — desirable pre‑war Elmar

Nickel finish with classic Leica machining

Smooth mechanics and clean optics

Perfect for collectors, Leica Barnack shooters, or M‑mount users with adapter

Comes with original Leica caps for proper storage and display

Perfect For

Collectors seeking an early nickel Elmar in unusually clean condition

Photographers wanting a compact, classic Leica lens with vintage rendering

Anyone building a period‑correct Leica II/III setup