I forgot how these threads always leave the OP more confused than when he started out.
I agree that the ME Super electrically powered workings probably are a bad idea in case of excessive humidity. That leans me towards the Spotmatic and, now, the K1000 (though, if I can find one cheap enough, the MX looks very nice). I do like the idea of the camera being fully mechanical.
The link that monochrome post says that the MX's center-weight light metering is an issue; what would you say to that? I don't yet understand the different types of metering.
I would like, if possible, to be able to see my aperture and shutter speed settings in the viewfinder. A built-in light meter (preferably a good one) is pretty essential, too; I don't want to have to rely on using an external one (or run the risk of losing it).
If I remember correctly, the Sunny 16 rule is to set aperture to 16 and shutter to 125?
I like the idea of depth-of-field preview, though I never used it in my 2 years of photography in high school. I have never used a flash and don't intend to for the moment. I also have never used an auto-timer and doubt I will.
So, the K1000 sounds good, but no viewfinder info on aperture or shutter speed, though that's not a deal breaker. The MX really sounds ideal, as long as it's solidly built enough.
Now, for the other half of what I'm wondering about
: lenses. Is there anything I should absolutely shy away from? Anything I should jump on if at all possible?
Thanks again!