Originally posted by stevebrot Accidental. I researched extensively on these early 1960s Komura lenses trying to find information on how to service the focus helicoid on my 135mm.
A not-insignificant portion of the (admittedly limited) lens knowledge I've gained is indirect or accidental, through research for other things
The internet can be a wonderful thing, eh?
Originally posted by stevebrot When I saw the bit about Unidapter, I thought maybe the Exakta mount on mine could be swapped out for M42. Alas, mine is fixed mount. I did figure out how to relube the focus though.
Yes, I've learned to be not too specific when looking for servicing info. Often, different versions of the same lens are remarkably similar in construction, if not looks... In fact, where Soviet lenses are concerned, often a search for something of similar or slightly older vintage from other manufacturers can be somewhat helpful... at least for the basics