At 01:18 PM 4/27/2005, Richard Knoppow wrote: > Its very difficult to see anything in the photo. However, >I think what the guy means is what appear to be bubbles >around the edge of the lens. This is the anti-reflection >paint on the edges of the elements flaking off. This seems >to be common on Schneider lenses for some reason. . . . Far better explanation than my prior comment. Don Williams La Jolla, CA