Leica Leitz Hektor 1:1.9/73mm Screw Mount Lens – Black/Chrome (Serial No. 166148) in fine full working condition, comes with matching hood and vintage hood cap
This is a rare and highly collectible Leica Leitz Hektor 73mm f/1.9 lens, finished in an elegant black and chrome combination. Produced in the early 1930s, the Hektor 73mm was one of the fastest short telephoto lenses available for Leica screw-mount (LTM, 39mm) cameras at the time, and it remains a prized piece among Leica collectors and users today.
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Focal Length: 73mm
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Maximum Aperture: f/1.9
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Mount: Leica screw mount (LTM, M39)
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Finish: Black and Chrome
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Serial Number: 166148 (dating to ca. 1934 production)
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Optical Formula: 6 elements in 4 groups (Hektor design)
The Hektor 73mm f/1.9 was designed by Max Berek and is notable for its beautiful rendering, smooth bokeh, and unique vintage Leica character. Wide open, it produces a classic softness and glow, while stopped down it delivers sharpness and contrast suitable for portraits, reportage, and fine art photography.
Because of its limited production, especially in this black/chrome finish, the Hektor 73mm has become a highly desirable lens among Leica collectors. Its distinctive rendering and historical importance make it not just a display piece but also a creative tool for those who appreciate the charm of early Leica optics.
