Originally posted by stevebrot I totally agree with both points and why I keep a Vivitar 2600 in the "jail" box (never use on K-3) for casual and fill use with the film cameras. It works with hot shoes and is "short-safe" with cold shoes* when used with PC sync, has adequate power (GN 18(m)), dual range auto with manual, and is quite compact. What's not to like, eh?.
My little Vivitar has a “high trigger voltage” sticker on the side and spends most of its time plugged in to antiques for the same reason. I had a super tiny Sears flash I foolishly gave away that was awesome.
-Eric