I frequently hear folk here saying things like "I was rummaging around in a 'second-hand store' when I came across a collection of old Pentax lens" etc. etc.
Well I've never found anywhere where I've come across old Pentax gear? I'd love to find a shop that's got a shelf of used gear that the owner can't shift and/or has no idea what they're worth and pick up a bargain. I suspect that most second-hand/antique dealers when they come across, say a house contents sale, individually put items up on ebay knowing through easy research what the items are worth. Maybe it's being in the UK that's the problem? Anyone any idea where might I find such establishments or are these opportunities mostly behind us these days?
Maybe, if the owner has just priced the items from on-line search before fixing a price, they might not have any detailed knowledge of used lens problems - I don't really to be honest, beyond obvious dust, maybe slack adjustments and obvious fungus. I've little experience to actually quantify problems with old/used gear and thus be able to knock the price down. Any advice/suggestions of approach, please.
I suspect I may get a few bargain stories that will depress me
, but hearing them might give me some clues if I get to find suitable stores ...
Thanks