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If I didn't have the FA version I would be all over this like a rash

Pentax Very Rare SMC Pentax F Zoom Star 250 600mm F5 6 ED IF FOR K Mount A111 | eBay

In fact, I would probably preferred this version to the FA but it seems to be a whole lot rarer.

VoiceOfReason · 04-29-2016, 08:02 PM

If only I had a spare 5k...

Wild Mark · 04-29-2016, 08:22 PM

I know. Imagine the cost of producing that same lens now. Probably greater than this price.

I like the more angular appearance of the F series and the use of white/ gold instead of grey in the FA - but that is just me.

rvannatta · 04-29-2016, 10:02 PM

Originally posted by Wild Mark

If I didn't have the FA version I would be all over this like a rash

Pentax Very Rare SMC Pentax F Zoom Star 250 600mm F5 6 ED IF FOR K Mount A111 | eBay

In fact, I would probably preferred this version to the FA but it seems to be a whole lot rarer.

Agreed. There aren't many of these around. It's usefulness and functionality and value to the FA 150-450, and DA 560.

They do come in a nice trunk which makes transport easier.

**monochrome** · 04-30-2016, 06:01 AM

Be Aware:

No front leather 150mm cap and no mention of drop-in filter. The (a) rear filter is part of the optical path and is required for proper function.

builttospill · 04-30-2016, 09:47 AM - **1 Like**

The lens includes the rear filter. I made sure to ask the seller before sending the money. He was very responsive in his replies to my questions.

**monochrome** · 04-30-2016, 09:57 AM

Originally posted by builttospill

The lens includes the rear filter. I made sure to ask the seller before sending the money. He was very responsive in his replies to my questions.

Did I read your response correctly?

builttospill · 04-30-2016, 10:32 AM - **1 Like**

Haha. Yeah, I asked a few questions because as you know, this isn't your typical lens purchase. After sending him the money I sent another message to him saying I'd send the lens back if it wasn't fully functional and he confirmed it would be.

I've been waiting for this one for years. Unfortunately I'm using my K-1 fund to purchase this. It should be easier to find a K-1 later though instead of a 250-600.

**monochrome** · 04-30-2016, 10:39 AM

Originally posted by builttospill

Haha. Yeah, I asked a few questions because as you know, this isn't your typical lens purchase. After sending him the money I sent another message to him saying I'd send the lens back if it wasn't fully functional and he confirmed it would be.

I've been waiting for this one for years. Unfortunately I'm using my K-1 fund to purchase this. It should be easier to find a K-1 later though instead of a 250-600.

Congratulations!!

I imagine Clinton and SteveM are raising a glass in your honor right about now.

builttospill · 04-30-2016, 10:43 AM - **2 Likes**

Thanks! Clinton knows I've been watching for this lens. In fact, he sent me a PM when the listing was created so he found it for me.

I'd be raising my own glass at this point, but don't think I can afford to anymore.

**monochrome** · 04-30-2016, 10:46 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by builttospill

Thanks! Clinton knows I've been watching for this lens. In fact, he sent me a PM when the listing was created so he found it for me.

I'd be raising my own glass at this point, but don't think I can afford to anymore.

Hah Hah - well, you'll soon be raising heavy glass. . . . . . .

ahem

builttospill · 04-30-2016, 10:48 AM

Originally posted by monochrome

Hah Hah - well, you'll soon be raising heavy glass. . . . . . .

ahem

Lol. Nicely done. I'll post pictures when the lens arrives.

Wild Mark · 04-30-2016, 11:39 PM

congratulations

builttospill · 05-01-2016, 09:28 AM

Thanks Mark. I'm impatiently awaiting its arrival.

Wild Mark · 05-02-2016, 12:31 AM

I'm impatiently awaiting results

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04-29-2016, 08:02 PM	#2
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	If only I had a spare 5k...

04-29-2016, 08:22 PM	#3
Wild Mark Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Newcastle Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,954 Original Poster	I know. Imagine the cost of producing that same lens now. Probably greater than this price. I like the more angular appearance of the F series and the use of white/ gold instead of grey in the FA - but that is just me.

04-29-2016, 10:02 PM	#4
rvannatta Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Apiary, Oregon Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,181	Originally posted by Wild Mark If I didn't have the FA version I would be all over this like a rash Pentax Very Rare SMC Pentax F Zoom Star 250 600mm F5 6 ED IF FOR K Mount A111 \| eBay In fact, I would probably preferred this version to the FA but it seems to be a whole lot rarer. Agreed. There aren't many of these around. It's usefulness and functionality and value to the FA 150-450, and DA 560. They do come in a nice trunk which makes transport easier.

04-30-2016, 06:01 AM	#5
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Be Aware: No front leather 150mm cap and no mention of drop-in filter. The (a) rear filter is part of the optical path and is required for proper function.

04-30-2016, 09:47 AM - 1 Like	#6
builttospill Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Utah, Idaho Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,398	The lens includes the rear filter. I made sure to ask the seller before sending the money. He was very responsive in his replies to my questions.

04-30-2016, 09:57 AM	#7
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by builttospill The lens includes the rear filter. I made sure to ask the seller before sending the money. He was very responsive in his replies to my questions. Did I read your response correctly?

04-30-2016, 10:32 AM - 1 Like	#8
builttospill Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Utah, Idaho Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,398	Haha. Yeah, I asked a few questions because as you know, this isn't your typical lens purchase. After sending him the money I sent another message to him saying I'd send the lens back if it wasn't fully functional and he confirmed it would be. I've been waiting for this one for years. Unfortunately I'm using my K-1 fund to purchase this. It should be easier to find a K-1 later though instead of a 250-600.

04-30-2016, 10:39 AM	#9
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by builttospill Haha. Yeah, I asked a few questions because as you know, this isn't your typical lens purchase. After sending him the money I sent another message to him saying I'd send the lens back if it wasn't fully functional and he confirmed it would be. I've been waiting for this one for years. Unfortunately I'm using my K-1 fund to purchase this. It should be easier to find a K-1 later though instead of a 250-600. Congratulations!! I imagine Clinton and SteveM are raising a glass in your honor right about now.

04-30-2016, 10:43 AM - 2 Likes	#10
builttospill Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Utah, Idaho Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,398	Thanks! Clinton knows I've been watching for this lens. In fact, he sent me a PM when the listing was created so he found it for me. I'd be raising my own glass at this point, but don't think I can afford to anymore.

04-30-2016, 10:46 AM - 1 Like	#11
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by builttospill Thanks! Clinton knows I've been watching for this lens. In fact, he sent me a PM when the listing was created so he found it for me. I'd be raising my own glass at this point, but don't think I can afford to anymore. Hah Hah - well, you'll soon be raising heavy glass. . . . . . . ahem

04-30-2016, 10:48 AM	#12
builttospill Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Utah, Idaho Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,398	Originally posted by monochrome Hah Hah - well, you'll soon be raising heavy glass. . . . . . . ahem Lol. Nicely done. I'll post pictures when the lens arrives.

04-30-2016, 11:39 PM	#13
Wild Mark Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Newcastle Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,954 Original Poster	congratulations

05-01-2016, 09:28 AM	#14
builttospill Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Utah, Idaho Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,398	Thanks Mark. I'm impatiently awaiting its arrival.

05-02-2016, 12:31 AM	#15
Wild Mark Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Newcastle Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,954 Original Poster	I'm impatiently awaiting results

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