What's a "high leg" 50mm Summicron?

[Rob-F]

I'm seeing the 50mm version 3 Summicron referred to online as "high leg." Does anyone know what that means? I'm curious to know if this means there were two versions of this lens. I looked mine over, and couldn't find any "legs." Mine is the 11817, made from 1969 to 1979.

 

[aizan]

The v3 Summicron is called the “high leg” version because of the extra thick chrome ring at the base. It’s analogous to bare ankle exposed by cropped pant legs, sort of like the term “high-waters.”

 

[dourbalistar]

The v3 Summicron is called the “high leg” version because of the extra thick chrome ring at the base. It’s analogous to bare ankle exposed by cropped pant legs, sort of like the term “high-waters.”

Interesting, never heard the "high-leg" term before! Maybe that's why the v3 is shunned, on account of its appearance. Perfect for dorks like me. 😀

Some unique (animal) nicknames in the Leica world. I've heard of the "dog-leg" Summitar on account of the shape of the aperture blades, then there's the M6 Panda, the "tiger paw" or "bear claw" Summicron... Any others?

 

[Canyongazer]

In lieu of the lens will Julie Newmar in a high leg leotard work for you ?

 

[Rob-F]

Interesting, never heard the "high-leg" term before! Maybe that's why the v3 is shunned, on account of its appearance. Perfect for dorks like me. 😀

Some unique (animal) nicknames in the Leica world. I've heard of the "dog-leg" Summitar on account of the shape of the aperture blades, then there's the M6 Panda, the "tiger paw" or "bear claw" Summicron... Any others?

Oh, my V. 3 Summicron is shunned? Oh, dear.

 

[dourbalistar]

Oh, my V. 3 Summicron is shunned? Oh, dear.

Maybe shunned is a bit of hyperbole, but there are some on the net, including some of our own RFF members, who dislike the v3. I have no idea why, either... 😕
https://casualphotophile.com/2017/11/15/leica-summicron-v3-50mm-f2-lens-review/