50mm: Elmar f3.5

[MikeCassidy]

I bought this lense when I got out of the Army in 1968; one of several lenses.
I've always thought it was collapsible but have never figured out how to shrink it and didn't want to force it. Anyone know how??

I've got an M3 - bought it new.

Thanks

 

[laptoprob]

All those years and never collapsed the lens? A little twist counterclockwise (when viewed from front) and then collapse into the body.
It may be a little sticky though by now, be sure not to force it. There must be shops in Brooklyn that can assist you.

Welcome here at RFF by the way!

 

[colyn]

I bought this lense when I got out of the Army in 1968; one of several lenses.
I've always thought it was collapsible but have never figured out how to shrink it and didn't want to force it. Anyone know how??

I've got an M3 - bought it new.

Thanks

Turn it counter clockwise and push in..

 

[35mmdelux]

Hi Mike. Very cool. I bailed out in 1971 but all I had was a Yashica Slr w/50mm.

take care - Paul