Who will pre-order their K3

**crewl1** · 10-08-2013, 10:30 AM - **5 Likes**

I'm here to make an exclusive offer to a US based K-3 fan who has found the K-3 features so irresistible that they have pre-ordered without clearing it with the 'boss.'

Once the cameras start to ship and you realize your grave mistake of skipping the pre-approval stage, I am here to rescue you.

I will take the new camera off your hands for only $200 below the pre-order bill amount.

I should point out that $200 is a tiny fraction of what a divorce settlement will cost, so the discount is extremely generous on my part.

This offer will be valid for one person only, so do not delay once you realize your mistake.

This selfless offer is being made with only the most noble intentions to help save a marriage for one of our members.

(Offer subject to change and may be rescinded at any time possibly due to announcement of Black Friday deals or solid rumours of an FF release.)

**pearsaab** · 10-08-2013, 10:54 AM

ok the question for those ordering the silver edition...how can you use a camera that is limited in production...do you buy and store on the shelf or do you use it and put 20k plus pictures on it like some people do in a year...

Cynog Ap Brychan · 10-08-2013, 10:56 AM

Originally posted by pearsaab

ok the question for those ordering the silver edition...how can you use a camera that is limited in production...do you buy and store on the shelf or do you use it and put 20k plus pictures on it like some people do in a year...

Good question since I have just pre-ordered the special edition. I shall probably use it carefully for a while, and get a black one as soon as I can afford it. Lame, eh?

Adam · 10-08-2013, 10:59 AM

Just got word from B&H: both cameras are doing really well (thanks to PF, of course), with the number of silver sales being pretty close to the number of black body sales.

The silver bodies will probably be sold out by the time they arrive, so be sure to get your pre-orders in if you want one!

Adam
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**pearsaab** · 10-08-2013, 11:00 AM

Originally posted by Cynog Ap Brychan

Good question since I have just pre-ordered the special edition. I shall probably use it carefully for a while, and get a black one as soon as I can afford it. Lame, eh?

well that's the problem...i would be afraid to use it and each click would kill me so i would have to buy 2

...i'm curious cause i think everyone would do the same

Cynog Ap Brychan · 10-08-2013, 11:09 AM

I'm wondering, though, why bring out the Limited lenses in silver if Pentax are not going to continue with the silver & black finish? Perhaps a "second special edition" is on the cards at some point. OTOH, one can always get a K-50 in silver...

kdre · 10-08-2013, 11:51 AM

+1 for regular black&silver K-3 versions. Who is going to tell Ricoh? :-)

**jpzk** · 10-08-2013, 01:03 PM

Originally posted by mamethot

That's a good occasion to visit Henry's new store...

Where?

JP

Bob from Aus · 10-08-2013, 01:29 PM

Originally posted by Bonobo

Must devise a plan to get us both new toys.

Be careful, I gave my wife a license and she purchased a $4,500 sewing machine. I can now give lessons in not choking.

DogLover · 10-08-2013, 01:33 PM

Originally posted by Bob from Aus

Be careful, I gave my wife a license and she purchased a $4,500 sewing machine. I can now give lessons in not choking.

Holy crap!

mamethot · 10-08-2013, 02:17 PM

Originally posted by jpzk

Where?

JP

The store in downtown Toronto was recently renovated.

mamethot · 10-08-2013, 03:04 PM

I would have pre-ordered the Pentax O-FC1 (Wifi) as well but...no sign of that.

**Jacquot** · 10-08-2013, 03:44 PM

Originally posted by Bob from Aus

Be careful, I gave my wife a license and she purchased a $4,500 sewing machine. I can now give lessons in not choking.

Last one I bought my very talented wife was #3. Helps to justify my more modest purchases...
David

raider · 10-08-2013, 05:06 PM

Where can I get the silver k-3 in oz? Can't find this anywhere......

twitch · 10-08-2013, 05:14 PM

Originally posted by raider

Where can I get the silver k-3 in oz? Can't find this anywhere......

I can't remember CRK importing the special edition silver models, so I wouldn't hold much hope for this one. You could always contact them and ask.

10-08-2013, 02:17 PM	#41
mamethot Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Greater Montreal Area Posts: 736	Originally posted by jpzk Where? JP The store in downtown Toronto was recently renovated. Last edited by mamethot; 10-08-2013 at 03:05 PM.

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10-08-2013, 10:30 AM - 5 Likes	#31
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	I'm here to make an exclusive offer to a US based K-3 fan who has found the K-3 features so irresistible that they have pre-ordered without clearing it with the 'boss.' Once the cameras start to ship and you realize your grave mistake of skipping the pre-approval stage, I am here to rescue you. I will take the new camera off your hands for only $200 below the pre-order bill amount. I should point out that $200 is a tiny fraction of what a divorce settlement will cost, so the discount is extremely generous on my part. This offer will be valid for one person only, so do not delay once you realize your mistake. This selfless offer is being made with only the most noble intentions to help save a marriage for one of our members. (Offer subject to change and may be rescinded at any time possibly due to announcement of Black Friday deals or solid rumours of an FF release.)

10-08-2013, 10:54 AM	#32
pearsaab Otis Memorial Pentaxian Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: May 2011 Location: Richmond, Virginia USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,900	ok the question for those ordering the silver edition...how can you use a camera that is limited in production...do you buy and store on the shelf or do you use it and put 20k plus pictures on it like some people do in a year...

10-08-2013, 10:56 AM	#33
Cynog Ap Brychan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Gloucester Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,199	Originally posted by pearsaab ok the question for those ordering the silver edition...how can you use a camera that is limited in production...do you buy and store on the shelf or do you use it and put 20k plus pictures on it like some people do in a year... Good question since I have just pre-ordered the special edition. I shall probably use it carefully for a while, and get a black one as soon as I can afford it. Lame, eh?

10-08-2013, 10:59 AM	#34
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Just got word from B&H: both cameras are doing really well (thanks to PF, of course), with the number of silver sales being pretty close to the number of black body sales. The silver bodies will probably be sold out by the time they arrive, so be sure to get your pre-orders in if you want one! Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

10-08-2013, 11:00 AM	#35
pearsaab Otis Memorial Pentaxian Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: May 2011 Location: Richmond, Virginia USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,900	Originally posted by Cynog Ap Brychan Good question since I have just pre-ordered the special edition. I shall probably use it carefully for a while, and get a black one as soon as I can afford it. Lame, eh? well that's the problem...i would be afraid to use it and each click would kill me so i would have to buy 2 ...i'm curious cause i think everyone would do the same

10-08-2013, 11:09 AM	#36
Cynog Ap Brychan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Gloucester Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,199	I'm wondering, though, why bring out the Limited lenses in silver if Pentax are not going to continue with the silver & black finish? Perhaps a "second special edition" is on the cards at some point. OTOH, one can always get a K-50 in silver...

10-08-2013, 11:51 AM	#37
kdre Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 112	+1 for regular black&silver K-3 versions. Who is going to tell Ricoh? :-)

10-08-2013, 01:03 PM	#38
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251	Originally posted by mamethot That's a good occasion to visit Henry's new store... Where? JP

10-08-2013, 01:29 PM	#39
Bob from Aus Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,094 Original Poster	Originally posted by Bonobo Must devise a plan to get us both new toys. Be careful, I gave my wife a license and she purchased a $4,500 sewing machine. I can now give lessons in not choking.

10-08-2013, 01:33 PM	#40
DogLover Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tennessee Posts: 2,054	Originally posted by Bob from Aus Be careful, I gave my wife a license and she purchased a $4,500 sewing machine. I can now give lessons in not choking. Holy crap!

10-08-2013, 03:04 PM	#42
mamethot Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Greater Montreal Area Posts: 736	I would have pre-ordered the Pentax O-FC1 (Wifi) as well but...no sign of that.

10-08-2013, 03:44 PM	#43
Jacquot Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: May 2008 Location: Sun City Center, FL Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,544	Originally posted by Bob from Aus Be careful, I gave my wife a license and she purchased a $4,500 sewing machine. I can now give lessons in not choking. Last one I bought my very talented wife was #3. Helps to justify my more modest purchases... David

10-08-2013, 05:06 PM	#44
raider Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Perth, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,989	Where can I get the silver k-3 in oz? Can't find this anywhere......

10-08-2013, 05:14 PM	#45
twitch Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 4,571	Originally posted by raider Where can I get the silver k-3 in oz? Can't find this anywhere...... I can't remember CRK importing the special edition silver models, so I wouldn't hold much hope for this one. You could always contact them and ask.