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Kendra59 · 05-31-2021, 03:45 PM - **2 Likes**

I just received a super-multi-coated 50mm MACRO-TAKUMAR M42 lens, a set of M42 extension tubes in their proper case, a reverser ring, and an SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 lens from Oneill.

I am just waiting for my genuine Pentax M42 to K-mount adaptor to arrive (it should be here tomorrow).

The macro equpiment looks virtually new

, and the 50mm f/1.7 lens appears to be in excellent shape, except for a minor scuff, which Oneill noted in his ad. I am VERY pleased with these items, but haven't had a chance to try them yet... I hope to either get out on Wednesday, or to set up something in my apartment that will let me try that macro lens.

I want to thank Oneill for the speedy service, the excellent condition of his equipment, and for the multiple macro related pdf documents he forwarded to me. I wouldn't hesitate to deal with him again, and am hoping to do so in early July, if the ad for his macro stand listing is still up.

trixtroll · 06-02-2021, 11:11 AM - **1 Like**

Stopped in the camera shop to get a lens cap, but walked out with an M28mm attached to the cap for $30. I've got an A28 that I really love, but will play around with the M28 before passing it onto a better home.

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They also had an ME Super with a winder, but I didn't think to check the price.

lesmore49 · 06-03-2021, 08:18 AM

Originally posted by trixtroll

Stopped in the camera shop to get a lens cap, but walked out with an M28mm attached to the cap for $30. I've got an A28 that I really love, but will play around with the M28 before passing it onto a better home.

Attachment 537141

They also had an ME Super with a winder, but I didn't think to check the price.

I have an M28. It's been through Europe, the states Canada. Great little lens that I bought new, years ago.

trixtroll · 06-03-2021, 08:44 AM

Originally posted by lesmore49

I have an M28. It's been through Europe, the states Canada. Great little lens that I bought new, years ago.

It's really a nice little lens and I like that it's so tiny, but I can't tell the difference in images compared to my A28.

Now they both seem to out perform a Sears 28 that I used to have.

**aslyfox** · 06-03-2021, 09:15 AM - **1 Like**

just placed an order with Adorama for a monopod with tripod foot

Quote:

3Pod Orbit 4-Section Carbon Fiber Handheld Monopod Stick for DSLR Photo & Video,Sports Cameras, Fluid Base Tripod Legs with Bag. 65"

https://www.adorama.com/3pvm4c.html?

comes with a 5 year warranty

lesmore49 · 06-03-2021, 09:47 AM

Originally posted by trixtroll

It's really a nice little lens and I like that it's so tiny, but I can't tell the difference in images compared to my A28.

Now they both seem to out perform a Sears 28 that I used to have.

Think when I bought it many years ago, the camera salesman told me that it was based on the Pentax Takumar screw mount design, which sounds right.

gatorguy · 06-03-2021, 10:38 AM

Just got my old stock, never used, still in the case, 40-year old brass and leather belt buckle emblazoned with "Pentax". Perfect match for my 40 year old Hank's belt.

The only issue I see is that the buckle is so old that the lacquer covering the brass part is dried out and lifting in a couple of tiny spots. Anyone have advice on resealing it? Leave it alone?

**WPRESTO** · 06-03-2021, 12:51 PM

Originally posted by gatorguy

Just got my old stock, never used, still in the case, 40-year old brass and leather belt buckle emblazoned with "Pentax". Perfect match for my 40 year old Hank's belt.

The only issue I see is that the buckle is so old that the lacquer covering the brass part is dried out and lifting in a couple of tiny spots. Anyone have advice on resealing it? Leave it alone?

Many belts attach the buckle with a couple of press-snaps to hold the leather end that folded. I would try to undo those, remove the buckle and dissolve off the old lacquer, then apply some new clear lacquer or clear, spray-on polyurethane (not sure how well that binds to brass)..

gatorguy · 06-03-2021, 03:49 PM

Originally posted by WPRESTO

Many belts attach the buckle with a couple of press-snaps to hold the leather end that folded. I would try to undo those, remove the buckle and dissolve off the old lacquer, then apply some new clear lacquer or clear, spray-on polyurethane (not sure how well that binds to brass)..

I would worry soaking it in anything would damage the leather Pentax badge.

**aslyfox** · 06-03-2021, 04:23 PM

I just obtained a copy of the " MAGIC LANTERN GUIDES - Pentax Classic Cameras: Spotmatic Series, K2, KM, LX, and M series " written by Paul Comon copyright 1999

EBay seller said it was in " very good condition " but when it arrived it had multiple dog eared pages and the front cover torn at bottom

sent complaint and was told to go through ebay return process

then got complete refund from seller

so I guess I shouldn't complain about it

**steamloco76** · 06-04-2021, 08:12 AM - **1 Like**

I just ordered the expanded, updated “”The Ultimate Asahi Pentax Guide 1957-1977” directly from the author Gerjan van Oosten!
$66 shipped. The original, long out of print version sells for hundreds of dollars.

eddie1960 · 06-04-2021, 09:20 AM - **4 Likes**

Finally a non photo purchase a new Weber charcoal grill.

**WPRESTO** · 06-04-2021, 10:55 AM

Originally posted by eddie1960

Finally a non photo purchase a new Weber charcoal grill.

HOORAY! For someone else who uses charcoal in a charcoal grill.

I just cannot understand a charcoal grill that uses propane.

**ivanvernon** · 06-04-2021, 01:36 PM - **2 Likes**

I bought a two-story house in the Philippines so I will have a cool place to live when we go there for vacation. Otherwise, I cannot stand the heat and humidity.

**pepperberry farm** · 06-05-2021, 05:35 AM - **1 Like**

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a new kb on the way...

06-02-2021, 11:11 AM - 1 Like	#22607
trixtroll Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 403	Stopped in the camera shop to get a lens cap, but walked out with an M28mm attached to the cap for $30. I've got an A28 that I really love, but will play around with the M28 before passing it onto a better home. They also had an ME Super with a winder, but I didn't think to check the price. Last edited by trixtroll; 06-02-2021 at 11:44 AM.

06-04-2021, 01:36 PM - 2 Likes	#22619
ivanvernon Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Medina, OH Photos: Albums Posts: 7,224	Bought a 2-story house I bought a two-story house in the Philippines so I will have a cool place to live when we go there for vacation. Otherwise, I cannot stand the heat and humidity.

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05-31-2021, 03:45 PM - 2 Likes	#22606
Kendra59 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Kelowna, BC, Canada Posts: 187	I just received a super-multi-coated 50mm MACRO-TAKUMAR M42 lens, a set of M42 extension tubes in their proper case, a reverser ring, and an SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 lens from Oneill. I am just waiting for my genuine Pentax M42 to K-mount adaptor to arrive (it should be here tomorrow). The macro equpiment looks virtually new , and the 50mm f/1.7 lens appears to be in excellent shape, except for a minor scuff, which Oneill noted in his ad. I am VERY pleased with these items, but haven't had a chance to try them yet... I hope to either get out on Wednesday, or to set up something in my apartment that will let me try that macro lens. I want to thank Oneill for the speedy service, the excellent condition of his equipment, and for the multiple macro related pdf documents he forwarded to me. I wouldn't hesitate to deal with him again, and am hoping to do so in early July, if the ad for his macro stand listing is still up.

06-03-2021, 08:18 AM	#22608
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,344	Originally posted by trixtroll Stopped in the camera shop to get a lens cap, but walked out with an M28mm attached to the cap for $30. I've got an A28 that I really love, but will play around with the M28 before passing it onto a better home. Attachment 537141 They also had an ME Super with a winder, but I didn't think to check the price. I have an M28. It's been through Europe, the states Canada. Great little lens that I bought new, years ago.

06-03-2021, 08:44 AM	#22609
trixtroll Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 403	Originally posted by lesmore49 I have an M28. It's been through Europe, the states Canada. Great little lens that I bought new, years ago. It's really a nice little lens and I like that it's so tiny, but I can't tell the difference in images compared to my A28. Now they both seem to out perform a Sears 28 that I used to have.

06-03-2021, 09:15 AM - 1 Like	#22610
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	just placed an order with Adorama for a monopod with tripod foot Quote: 3Pod Orbit 4-Section Carbon Fiber Handheld Monopod Stick for DSLR Photo & Video,Sports Cameras, Fluid Base Tripod Legs with Bag. 65" https://www.adorama.com/3pvm4c.html? comes with a 5 year warranty

06-03-2021, 09:47 AM	#22611
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,344	Originally posted by trixtroll It's really a nice little lens and I like that it's so tiny, but I can't tell the difference in images compared to my A28. Now they both seem to out perform a Sears 28 that I used to have. Think when I bought it many years ago, the camera salesman told me that it was based on the Pentax Takumar screw mount design, which sounds right.

06-03-2021, 10:38 AM	#22612
gatorguy Moderator Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Central Florida Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,092	Just got my old stock, never used, still in the case, 40-year old brass and leather belt buckle emblazoned with "Pentax". Perfect match for my 40 year old Hank's belt. The only issue I see is that the buckle is so old that the lacquer covering the brass part is dried out and lifting in a couple of tiny spots. Anyone have advice on resealing it? Leave it alone?

06-03-2021, 12:51 PM	#22613
WPRESTO Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Massachusetts Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 59,108	Originally posted by gatorguy Just got my old stock, never used, still in the case, 40-year old brass and leather belt buckle emblazoned with "Pentax". Perfect match for my 40 year old Hank's belt. The only issue I see is that the buckle is so old that the lacquer covering the brass part is dried out and lifting in a couple of tiny spots. Anyone have advice on resealing it? Leave it alone? Many belts attach the buckle with a couple of press-snaps to hold the leather end that folded. I would try to undo those, remove the buckle and dissolve off the old lacquer, then apply some new clear lacquer or clear, spray-on polyurethane (not sure how well that binds to brass)..

06-03-2021, 03:49 PM	#22614
gatorguy Moderator Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Central Florida Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,092	Originally posted by WPRESTO Many belts attach the buckle with a couple of press-snaps to hold the leather end that folded. I would try to undo those, remove the buckle and dissolve off the old lacquer, then apply some new clear lacquer or clear, spray-on polyurethane (not sure how well that binds to brass).. I would worry soaking it in anything would damage the leather Pentax badge.

06-03-2021, 04:23 PM	#22615
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	I just obtained a copy of the " MAGIC LANTERN GUIDES - Pentax Classic Cameras: Spotmatic Series, K2, KM, LX, and M series " written by Paul Comon copyright 1999 EBay seller said it was in " very good condition " but when it arrived it had multiple dog eared pages and the front cover torn at bottom sent complaint and was told to go through ebay return process then got complete refund from seller so I guess I shouldn't complain about it

06-04-2021, 08:12 AM - 1 Like	#22616
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06-05-2021, 05:35 AM - 1 Like	#22620
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