Leitz Hektor 28cm f/6.3 Lens – Leica LTM – 1934 Serial 250225 – Serviced

DESCRIPTION

Leitz Hektor 28cm f/6.3 long‑telephoto lens in Leica Thread Mount (LTM), serial 250225, produced in 1934, presented in Very Good Condition and fully tested. This early Hektor telephoto is one of the longest focal lengths made for the screw‑mount Leica system and is highly prized for its rarity, distinctive rendering and historical significance. A superb example for collectors and vintage Leica shooters.

CONDITION

Overall Condition: Very Good

• Fully tested and working
• Focus ring smooth
• Aperture operating correctly
• Optics show typical age‑related marks, stripped and cleaned August 2026
• Exterior in very good cosmetic condition
• Mount clean and secure

INCLUDED

• Leitz Hektor 28cm f/6.3 LTM lens – Serial 250225 (1934)
• Front lens cap
• Rear cap or plug (if present)

KEY FEATURES

• Rare 28cm (280mm) Leica screw‑mount telephoto
• Early 1934 production, serial 250225
• Classic Hektor optical design
• f/6.3 maximum aperture
• Vintage Leitz construction
• Distinctive rendering and character

COMPATIBILITY

• Leica LTM screw‑mount cameras
• Leica M bodies via LTM–M adapter
• Mirrorless systems via appropriate adapters

COLLECTORS NOTES

The Hektor 28cm f/6.3 is one of the most sought‑after long telephotos in the Leica screw‑mount lineup. Early serial examples from the 1930s, such as 250225, are particularly desirable due to their rarity, historical value and distinctive optical character. Mechanically sound copies from this era remain highly collectible.

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