I purchased a "bargain" KX slr from KEH and decided to take a gamble on a lens from their new "as is" category, a 35mm f2.8 for $41.00. The KX is their typical "bargain" body, cosmetically in reasonably used condition, good seals, appears to be mechanically sound and ready for a test roll. The exterior needs a good once over with a toothbrush for the nooks and crannies. Again, typical for their bargain bodies and, so far, another good deal. A test roll with a good lens will tell but I've always had good luck with SLR bodies and rangefinders from KEH.
Okay, enough kudos about the body and on to the lens. The "as is" category is new to KEH and this is my first "as is" purchase from them. An "excellent" rated version of this lens was $175.00. My "as is" lens clearly needs a good professional cleaning so I'll have to get a quote and see if it was the bargain I hoped for. Here is a video showing the condition of the glass. I've quarantined the lens from my others for fear of fungus spreading.
Last edited by MD Optofonik; 11-27-2014 at 08:46 PM.