Leica R 19mm f/2.8 Elmarit-R Version 2 clicking sounds while Focussing

[Oliver Bartossek]

I just received a Leica R 19mm f/2.8 V II. The focussing ring does have a tiny little bit of play and does make some quiet clicking sounds while focussing. When i pull the ring for the filter turret towards the mount and start focussing simultanously, there isn't any play anymore and the clicking sounds have also gone.

Well I don't think this would be a problem on set as you can still set precise focussing marks despite the play. But still I wanted to know if this is an general issue with the 19mm V.II or if this is some kind of defect, due to improper handling of the pre-owner.

Has anyone else discovered this problem? Or does anyone else who owns this lens NOT have this problem?

 

[Paul Ryzhkoff]

This lens has a peculiar internal focusing mechanism. Having had bought this lens new and used it for quite a time i can tell you there should not be any clicks.
Looks like something is loose. Check the small screws on the outside of the focus ring first and tighten them. Problem should disappear.

 

[David Battistella]

Have it looked at. It should not be clicking at all.

David