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**jbinpg** · 02-01-2021, 11:52 PM - **1 Like**

I have about 3/4 of the items in that case. Just for interest sake, what is the one lens shown?

**Baard-Einar** · 02-02-2021, 02:37 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by rosettaquarrier

Haha given the state of the kit, all very lightly used or seemingly not used at all, I'd say what is in the case is what came with it when new from the factory - I'm fine with the battery pack M :-)

I love the fact the case - which is in amazing shape - has all the cutouts for the accessories. It even has the diopter adjustment tool - I've never seen one of them before!

The person I bought it from inherited it from an uncle over 20 years ago - I believe it was never used in that time. I won't tell you what I paid for it as I don't want to make grown men cry...

I've put one of my other LX's in the appropriate space - Looks like alI I need is an FF-1 viewfinder and a few focus screens to complete the kit.

I can only find one reference to such a case online - if anyone has any more information I'd love to see it.

Asahi: Pentax LX (presentation case) Price Guide: estimate a camera value

It looks like your kit is even more complete than the one you linked to, you have both types of flashes and both types of data backs (dial and clock). You have both the winder and MD, and two types of battery packs for the MD.

It is really cool.

The kit you linked to was part of a large kit, with 10 lenses and other accessories not shown in the case. I found the original auction: https://www.artfoxlive.com/product/689828.html

1800€ was not expensive for such a massive kit.

**fs999** · 02-02-2021, 02:46 AM - **10 Likes**

My latest CBA/S : Norita Kogaku, Japan from 1972 Norita 66 with Noritar 1:2 f=80mm

**Baard-Einar** · 02-02-2021, 05:02 AM - **9 Likes**

Todays company for my lunch walk.

First film with this tiny guy. Fun to use

Wish I had more than just one lens. but then what a lens.

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**rosettaquarrier** · 02-02-2021, 05:14 AM

Originally posted by jbinpg

I have about 3/4 of the items in that case. Just for interest sake, what is the one lens shown?

In my purchase, a 50mm f1.4 in mint condition. I have now put a 50mm f1.2 and 28mm in the lens spaces.

Jonathan Mac · 02-02-2021, 07:20 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by fs999

My latest CBA/S : Norita Kogaku, Japan from 1972 Norita 66 with Noritar 1:2 f=80mm

I had no idea that existed, never heard of it before. An 80mm f/2 on medium format?? Yes please.

Originally posted by Baard-Einar

Todays company for my lunch walk.

First film with this tiny guy. Fun to use

Wish I had more than just one lens. but then what a lens.

Which is it? Looks like a wide angle. The 55mm and 75mm lenses are also superb.

g026r · 02-02-2021, 07:46 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by fs999

My latest CBA/S : Norita Kogaku, Japan from 1972 Norita 66 with Noritar 1:2 f=80mm

Very nice. Those things are not that common, from what I've seen.

**Baard-Einar** · 02-02-2021, 08:04 AM

Originally posted by Jonathan Mac

Which is it? Looks like a wide angle. The 55mm and 75mm lenses are also superb.

It is the 35mm.

**gofour3** · 02-02-2021, 09:42 AM

Originally posted by Baard-Einar

The kit you linked to was part of a large kit, with 10 lenses and other accessories not shown in the case. I found the original auction: Asahi Pentax LX Presentation Kit??Deal Price Picture?

1800€ was not expensive for such a massive kit.

If there is an A*135/1.8 included, it's worth more on its own than 1800€.

Phil.

**richard0170** · 02-02-2021, 10:27 AM

Originally posted by fs999

My latest CBA/S : Norita Kogaku, Japan from 1972 Norita 66 with Noritar 1:2 f=80mm

I am officially jealous!

**fs999** · 02-02-2021, 11:57 AM

Originally posted by richard0170

I am officially jealous!

So sorry for you

Lord Lucan · 02-04-2021, 06:45 AM

Originally posted by rosettaquarrier

I can only find one reference to such a case online - if anyone has any more information I'd love to see it.

I am guessing that such cases were meant for sales demonstrations. I cannot imagine anyone would need to buy all that kit (other than as a collectors item of course). For example you would not need the winder if you also had the motor drive, you would not need both the AF-1 and AF-2 viewfinders, and you would not need the plastic grip if you were going to carve your own wooden one! - you would prefer one or the other.

What is the item to the left of the AF400T flash? It's shoulder battery pack? I notice that in the one for sale in the CollectBlend link there is a hot shoe grip in that place. As a matter of interest, does the NiCad battery pack(s) still hold charge after 40 years?

**rosettaquarrier** · 02-04-2021, 12:16 PM

Originally posted by Lord Lucan

I am guessing that such cases were meant for sales demonstrations. I cannot imagine anyone would need to buy all that kit (other than as a collectors item of course). For example you would not need the winder if you also had the motor drive, you would not need both the AF-1 and AF-2 viewfinders, and you would not need the plastic grip if you were going to carve your own wooden one! - you would prefer one or the other.

What is the item to the left of the AF400T flash? It's shoulder battery pack? I notice that in the one for sale in the CollectBlend link there is a hot shoe grip in that place. As a matter of interest, does the NiCad battery pack(s) still hold charge after 40 years?

I would agree it is a demonstration / presentation kit. The wider and the motor drive, and two grips, make more sense if there is a second body in the appropriate spot - see my picture to see what the set looks like now. The lack of FF-1 viewfinder needs addressed!

The pack to the left is the TR power pack for the flash. I also have the hot shoe grip, but the power pack fits nicely so It'll stay there.

I'm planning to try charging the battery pack to see, maybe this weekend. I doubt it, but that does not concern me much as i have one that does hold a charge.

I do wonder what this round translucent plastic piece is that came in a Pentax pouch? Anyone have any ideas?

womble · 02-04-2021, 12:23 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by rosettaquarrier

I do wonder what this round translucent plastic piece is that came in a Pentax pouch? Anyone have any ideas?

Tripod spacer in case yours has a longer than recommended length. They were supplied with quite a few cameras (although not in the fancy pouch which I suspect might have held something else originally). Here is one that came with my boxed MV.

Pentax MV (2) par Kris Lockyear, on ipernity

**rosettaquarrier** · 02-04-2021, 12:36 PM

interesting, thanks for sharing.

It fits perfectly in the pouch, I'd guess as this was a presentation kit they wanted everything to look top notch.

Originally posted by womble

Tripod spacer in case yours has a longer than recommended length. They were supplied with quite a few cameras (although not in the fancy pouch which I suspect might have held something else originally). Here is one that came with my boxed MV.

Pentax MV (2) par Kris Lockyear, on ipernity

02-02-2021, 02:37 AM - 2 Likes	#7607
Baard-Einar Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Oslo Photos: Gallery Posts: 964	Originally posted by rosettaquarrier Haha given the state of the kit, all very lightly used or seemingly not used at all, I'd say what is in the case is what came with it when new from the factory - I'm fine with the battery pack M :-) I love the fact the case - which is in amazing shape - has all the cutouts for the accessories. It even has the diopter adjustment tool - I've never seen one of them before! The person I bought it from inherited it from an uncle over 20 years ago - I believe it was never used in that time. I won't tell you what I paid for it as I don't want to make grown men cry... I've put one of my other LX's in the appropriate space - Looks like alI I need is an FF-1 viewfinder and a few focus screens to complete the kit. I can only find one reference to such a case online - if anyone has any more information I'd love to see it. Asahi: Pentax LX (presentation case) Price Guide: estimate a camera value It looks like your kit is even more complete than the one you linked to, you have both types of flashes and both types of data backs (dial and clock). You have both the winder and MD, and two types of battery packs for the MD. It is really cool. The kit you linked to was part of a large kit, with 10 lenses and other accessories not shown in the case. I found the original auction: https://www.artfoxlive.com/product/689828.html 1800€ was not expensive for such a massive kit. Last edited by Baard-Einar; 02-02-2021 at 02:48 AM. Reason: added more info

02-02-2021, 11:57 AM	#7616
fs999 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Luxembourg Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,639	Originally posted by richard0170 I am officially jealous! So sorry for you Last edited by fs999; 02-05-2021 at 01:42 AM.

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02-01-2021, 11:52 PM - 1 Like	#7606
jbinpg Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Prince George, BC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,546	I have about 3/4 of the items in that case. Just for interest sake, what is the one lens shown?

02-02-2021, 02:46 AM - 10 Likes	#7608
fs999 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Luxembourg Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,639	My latest CBA/S : Norita Kogaku, Japan from 1972 Norita 66 with Noritar 1:2 f=80mm

02-02-2021, 05:14 AM	#7610
rosettaquarrier Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Sandy, UT Photos: Albums Posts: 1,099	Originally posted by jbinpg I have about 3/4 of the items in that case. Just for interest sake, what is the one lens shown? In my purchase, a 50mm f1.4 in mint condition. I have now put a 50mm f1.2 and 28mm in the lens spaces.

02-02-2021, 07:20 AM - 1 Like	#7611
Jonathan Mac Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Madrid, Spain Posts: 10,897	Originally posted by fs999 My latest CBA/S : Norita Kogaku, Japan from 1972 Norita 66 with Noritar 1:2 f=80mm I had no idea that existed, never heard of it before. An 80mm f/2 on medium format?? Yes please. Originally posted by Baard-Einar Todays company for my lunch walk. First film with this tiny guy. Fun to use Wish I had more than just one lens. but then what a lens. Which is it? Looks like a wide angle. The 55mm and 75mm lenses are also superb.

02-02-2021, 07:46 AM - 1 Like	#7612
g026r Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,074	Originally posted by fs999 My latest CBA/S : Norita Kogaku, Japan from 1972 Norita 66 with Noritar 1:2 f=80mm Very nice. Those things are not that common, from what I've seen.

02-02-2021, 08:04 AM	#7613
Baard-Einar Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Oslo Photos: Gallery Posts: 964	Originally posted by Jonathan Mac Which is it? Looks like a wide angle. The 55mm and 75mm lenses are also superb. It is the 35mm.

02-02-2021, 09:42 AM	#7614
gofour3 Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 8,091	Originally posted by Baard-Einar The kit you linked to was part of a large kit, with 10 lenses and other accessories not shown in the case. I found the original auction: Asahi Pentax LX Presentation Kit??Deal Price Picture? 1800€ was not expensive for such a massive kit. If there is an A*135/1.8 included, it's worth more on its own than 1800€. Phil.

02-02-2021, 10:27 AM	#7615
richard0170 Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2017 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,032	Originally posted by fs999 My latest CBA/S : Norita Kogaku, Japan from 1972 Norita 66 with Noritar 1:2 f=80mm I am officially jealous!

02-04-2021, 06:45 AM	#7617
Lord Lucan Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: South Wales Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,963	Originally posted by rosettaquarrier I can only find one reference to such a case online - if anyone has any more information I'd love to see it. I am guessing that such cases were meant for sales demonstrations. I cannot imagine anyone would need to buy all that kit (other than as a collectors item of course). For example you would not need the winder if you also had the motor drive, you would not need both the AF-1 and AF-2 viewfinders, and you would not need the plastic grip if you were going to carve your own wooden one! - you would prefer one or the other. What is the item to the left of the AF400T flash? It's shoulder battery pack? I notice that in the one for sale in the CollectBlend link there is a hot shoe grip in that place. As a matter of interest, does the NiCad battery pack(s) still hold charge after 40 years?

02-04-2021, 12:16 PM	#7618
rosettaquarrier Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Sandy, UT Photos: Albums Posts: 1,099	Originally posted by Lord Lucan I am guessing that such cases were meant for sales demonstrations. I cannot imagine anyone would need to buy all that kit (other than as a collectors item of course). For example you would not need the winder if you also had the motor drive, you would not need both the AF-1 and AF-2 viewfinders, and you would not need the plastic grip if you were going to carve your own wooden one! - you would prefer one or the other. What is the item to the left of the AF400T flash? It's shoulder battery pack? I notice that in the one for sale in the CollectBlend link there is a hot shoe grip in that place. As a matter of interest, does the NiCad battery pack(s) still hold charge after 40 years? I would agree it is a demonstration / presentation kit. The wider and the motor drive, and two grips, make more sense if there is a second body in the appropriate spot - see my picture to see what the set looks like now. The lack of FF-1 viewfinder needs addressed! The pack to the left is the TR power pack for the flash. I also have the hot shoe grip, but the power pack fits nicely so It'll stay there. I'm planning to try charging the battery pack to see, maybe this weekend. I doubt it, but that does not concern me much as i have one that does hold a charge. I do wonder what this round translucent plastic piece is that came in a Pentax pouch? Anyone have any ideas?

02-04-2021, 12:23 PM - 2 Likes	#7619
womble Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Hertfordshire Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,324	Originally posted by rosettaquarrier I do wonder what this round translucent plastic piece is that came in a Pentax pouch? Anyone have any ideas? Tripod spacer in case yours has a longer than recommended length. They were supplied with quite a few cameras (although not in the fancy pouch which I suspect might have held something else originally). Here is one that came with my boxed MV. Pentax MV (2) par Kris Lockyear, on ipernity

02-04-2021, 12:36 PM	#7620
rosettaquarrier Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Sandy, UT Photos: Albums Posts: 1,099	interesting, thanks for sharing. It fits perfectly in the pouch, I'd guess as this was a presentation kit they wanted everything to look top notch. Originally posted by womble Tripod spacer in case yours has a longer than recommended length. They were supplied with quite a few cameras (although not in the fancy pouch which I suspect might have held something else originally). Here is one that came with my boxed MV. Pentax MV (2) par Kris Lockyear, on ipernity