Descriptions
-Serial #3641021
-Made in 1993 in Germany
-Rare and desirable chrome 4th V 35mm Summicron
-Often called the king of bokeh lens
-Known to be one of the sharpest lenses with creamy out of focus backgrounds

Almost all of these were made in black finish and made in Canada. A very rare chrome transitional version with an all-brass constructed barrel. You can feel the difference in weight once its in your hand

Released as a transitional chrome version with the release of the rare Leica M6 Classic Panda transitional camera body. Called the Panda version for its chrome finish and black focusing tab

This is a desirable GERMANY made lens, brass and very collectible for all the right reasons.
Complete and MINT condition with box, papers, caps, shade and all!

Details
-Rare chrome version
-7 element in 5 groups
-E39 filter mount
-Aperture range: f2 - f16
-64° angle of view
-Cat No. 11311

Includes
-Front and rear lens caps
-12524 lens hood
-Leica leather lens pouch
-Matching serial box + papers

Cosmetics 9+/10
-No dings, dents or major marks
-MINT condition and very pretty

Mechanics 9+/10
-Focusing is smooth
-Aperture clicks are crisp
Working perfectly

Optics 9+/10
-No fog, fungus, separations or scratches
Glass is clean and clear

Not only the rarity, its later #, MADE IN GERMANY, better built, better made all brass construction, complete with box and all, but also the all time classic 7 element, optical quality of this lens.
It is collectible for all the right reason and maybe THE Leica lens to have considering.
A pleasure to have and enjoy!