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Hey joe thanks for the reply! Imgur Here are pics of both my damaged 1.2 nikkor and my nikkor 1.4 (undamaged). The prongs look different, and i also wondered about the snapping strength required but judging on the differences on my two lenses, it looks like the 1.2 is “easier” to break due to its shape, thinner nature, and potential risk if material purity/consistency is off. i looked really carefully around the lens for other collateral damage and didnt see any so far. Regardless im open to more feedback if you have any!

Yes i believe so - it is the stepped post that is directly below the dead center point of the lens. It looks like it mates to a similar “stepped” area of the camera body on my F3 and FM2n. The stepped post also aligns with the maximum aperture, so it sounds like you all have solved the question of mine. PHEW! It is weird because all of my other nikkor lenses have this super robust uncoated post, but my 1.2 lens had this somewhat more fragile, chrome aluminum post that sticks out even more. Regardless, happy day today and fantastic help from everyone and i hope my 10 rolls of film that could not get hand checked thru carry on xray in korea develop fine (400iso)

Hello - i just noticed i must have accidentally broken this prong off the back of my 50mm nikon nikkor f1.2 ai-s lens. To me, the prong looks like it prevents the rear element of the lens from being scratched if rolled over and possibly extra support for being bumped? The lens still fits ultra tight into the mount i just have not had any time to film test yet, and i appreciate any of your help in feedback! I have copied a link of my lens, and some screenshots of some non-broken versions. Jon Imgur