Wide-Angle Lykemar 35mm f3.5 (L)

Item No. 025151

Rarity: ★★★★

※About rarity

Wide-Angle Lykemar 35mm f3.5. A Leica screw mount wide-angle lens said to have been produced in very small numbers by Kodak USA for its Leica-copy camera, the Kardon. Its appearance resembles more of a partially-collapsed Elmar 50mm than an Elmar 35mm.

It is a 3-element lens, and the serial number appears to follow the same pattern as the Ektar series. The build gives off a slightly cheap impression—almost reminiscent of a vintage die-cast robot toy in its finish.

Although I have seen many Lykemar 35mm lenses before, all produced blurry images and left no good impression. However, in today’s digital age where results can be checked instantly, it turns out many Lykemars were significantly back-focused. This particular example has undergone major focusing adjustment. Once the focus is spot-on, it actually performs reasonably well.

For those in search of a 35mm lens that doesn't render too sharply—this may be the one.

This item was previously sold by our store and has now returned to us after being carefully used by its previous owner. This marks its third time being offered for sale here.

There is some paint loss visible around the black-painted area near the front element, but the chrome sections show minimal signs of use and the overall appearance is quite clean.

In 2021, the lens underwent a full overhaul, including focus adjustment and rangefinder cam calibration. The aperture and helicoid movements remain smooth, just as they were after the overhaul. Thanks to precise adjustment, the rangefinder coupling works perfectly.

The glass shows some minor cleaning marks and coating deterioration, but for a lens of this type, it is in remarkably good condition.

Although it is from the previous listing, sample images have been posted in our Tryout Gallery. The rendering at the point of focus retains a certain softness, yet according to our gallery manager, the look is somewhat reminiscent of an Ektar lens.

A rare piece.

Mount:
Leica L
Accessories:
copy caps.
Condition:
93% B
Maintenance:
Checked
Warranty:
6 months warranty

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★★★★★ Super Rare. Once 5~10 years or more (it depends on shops).
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