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235Summicron-M 2/66 mm %u2018The First%u2019A special example of the newly introduced SummicronM 66 f/2, Leica%u2019s modern reinterpretation of the legendary Elcan 66 mm f/2 developed by Dr. Walter Mandler at Ernst Leitz Canada in the late 1960s for the US Navy. Only around 200 examples of the original lens were produced, making it one of the rarest Leica M lenses. The new Summicron-M 66 f/2 follows the optical concept and distinctive mechanical details of the historic Elcan and is limited to only 660 pieces worldwide. Offered here is the particularly importantfirst-numbered example, no.%u2009001, marking the beginningof this exclusive edition and representing a unique opportunity for the Leica collector.Starting price: %u20ac 8.000*Estimate: %u20ac 16.000%u2013 20.000Serial no.:B1047-001Year of production: 2026Condition: AThe hammer price for this lot will be donated tothe International Center of Photography (ICP).