Carl Zeiss Jena MC Pancolar 50mm f1.8 lens M42 mount (CLA'd by Gus Lazzari)

Description: This lens is in excellent condition overall. I purchased from a Japanese seller in 2021 and have fallen in love with the look/character of the Zeiss Jena lens line. This 50mm f1.8 in particular is tack sharp (widely called one of the sharpest 50mm lenses ever produced). I sent in this lens along with two other Zeiss Jenas to Gus Lazzari from TLC Camera Repair for a full CLA. After receiving the lens, Gus described it as follows: "50mm lens has lubricant failure causing the focus helical to be very dry in its feel (noisy with tube walls rubbing slightly). Aperture ring has normal feel, but the aperture mechanism has been force damaged (loose due to stripped screw hold). As can be seen under magnification, only minor cleaning abrasions to front & rear element surfaces. Minor debris inside element air-spaces (lint fibers). Debris build-up on lens mount surfaces with wear abrasions. Some tool marks can be seen on retainers & screws (past repairs). Minor scratches & wear abrasions to external black finishes (rear most tube surface has wear to its paint/coating). " After the CLA (I received the lens again in August of 2022), the lens works like new. The image has not been impacted by any of the above and is capable of producing stellar images. I have included pictures which show there may be some light build-up of oil on the aperture blades visible from the front (which is a common issue with vintage lenses and in particular these Zeiss Jenas). There does not appear to be any fungus, separation, or other issues with the lens. Focusing is smooth and the aperture ring feels great. The lens aperture has NOT been de-clicked, but I am including the following items which constitute a 'cine mod' of the lens:- 49 to 77mm step-up ring with custom aluminum cap- Simmod Follow Focus Gear- M42 to Canon EF adapter with rear lens cap- M42 to Canon FD adapter with rear lens cap- Simmod 49mm UV filter (for protecting the front element)- Original 49mm push-on cap- Original lens case The cine modded lens does not fit in the case, but I figured I would include all of the above so the buyer (hopefully you) has some options. Please do not hesitate to ask any questions!

Price: 350 USD

Location: San Antonio, Texas

End Time: 2024-12-05T18:02:30.000Z

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