Originally posted by newarts I'd probably use a file to level off the bent flange if I couldn't bend it back with pliers. For me that might be preferable to sending it back (if I really want that model lens).
I'd fume about having paid too much for damaged goods but not want to undergo the extra pain involved in pursuing justice. On the other hand the seller's error or deviousness should be flagged for the benefit of future purchasers.
Difficult ethical problem!
Hey man, take it easy! I'm the one that sold him the lens, and after immediately replying to his concern about the lens not fitting, I never heard back until just now (days later). So relax before you pass judgement!
No devious evil scheming plan, and no the lens was never dropped. I never noticed the flange was bent, and even after going back over the pics I took when the lens was in my possession, I still don't see where the problem could be. It fit perfectly on 2 of my Pentax film bodies here, no problem, no tightness.
Have a look for yourself. But don't bash me without being informed, and please, don't talk about 'pain,' 'pursuing justice,' and blindly advise someone to 'fume about having paid too much!' Was only $25, included both original lens caps, and a vintage hard leather case... they go for as high as $50 for just the lens, so I'd say he got a really nice deal! No wonder eBayers get so worked up- there's stuff like this going on in the background.
Link to the pics from the eBay ad:
Index of /ebay/PentaxA50mm2.0_4