Pentax repair by Eric Hendrickson

Angevinn · 06-20-2010, 11:01 PM

Eric does top notch work on lenses; even lenses that aren't Pentax. Eric does great work at very reasonable prices. Highly recommended!

Eric's website is here:

Home

Always email or call him first for a quote.

Originally posted by ChrisPlatt

Many of us here owe a great debt to expert repairman Eric Hendickson, who keeps our Pentax cameras humming along.

Eric has repaired/CLA'ed most of my Pentax cameras past and present, currently including LX, K2, KX, KM and MX bodies.
I'm planning to send him two more recent acquisitions, a DOA MZ-3 and another KX, this one with a shutter problem.

What have you had repaired by Eric Hendrickson?

Chris

Swift1 · 06-20-2010, 11:03 PM

Eric has repaired my 67 and my 45mm and 90mm lenses for that camera.
He has also done CLA's and repairs on my MX, SV & Super Tak 55/1.8, and ME.
Every time has been great, fast, and honest service. His prices are great, I got a quote for a CLA from a camera shop for a Nikkormat EL for $150.
I highly recommend him.

stevebrot · 06-20-2010, 11:21 PM

Repaired and CLA'd my KX. Super to do business with.

Steve

GeneV · 06-21-2010, 10:53 AM

CLA and seals on my LX and MX. Both are working very well.

Anyone looking to purchase an LX should bear in mind that the CLA/seal on this camera is pricey and factor that in to the purchase.

IS050 · 06-21-2010, 05:17 PM

CLA’d Spotmatic and ME Super
Repaired Super Takumar 50mm f1.4, 105mm f2.8 & M50mm f1.7.
Excellent works and prices!

David

**ChipB** · 06-21-2010, 08:09 PM

He's done 4 LX's for me - CLAs and minor repairs. Also, 2 other cameras - but I don't remember what they were.

All were done well and quickly - HIGHLY recommended!!!

contrabass · 06-22-2010, 06:02 AM

I've only sent one camera to Eric, an circa 1980 K1000 for CLA and minor repairs. I'm amazed to see how many people are sending so many cameras his way. He must be very busy!

He exceeded my expectations. Of course the CLA and repairs were perfect. The the cosmetic cleaning he gave the K1000 is amazing; it came back positively sparkling. The camera is in better shape now than it's been in a decade or more.

He says he treats the cameras like they were his own, and I believe it. Very pleasant to do business with, too.

I'm currently running a test roll through a new-to-me MX. If it has any issues, you better believe I know where I'm sending it!

Portland Pete · 06-26-2010, 05:29 PM

Just got my SV back today. 10 days, and from what I can tell so far, better than new!

deadwolfbones · 06-26-2010, 05:45 PM

Originally posted by tvfd911

smc 1000mm f8 takumar

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**monochrome** · 06-27-2010, 06:19 AM

Originally posted by tvfd911

What I've sent him:
Spotmatic F

What I own that he's worked on:
SMC 1000mm f8 Takumar
M*300mm f4

Originally posted by deadwolfbones

Takumar 500/4.5 in the box.

Current Equipment Eric has repaired:
K2DMD
KX black
MESuper black SP
K28/3.5 colimation recalibrated

I buy, try and sell.

Sold Cameras since 2004
2x SPII black
2x KX
2x K2
2x MX
K50/1.2 - slight impact to focusing ring
Vivitar Series 1 105/2.5 Macro (broken aperture lock button)

There are probably more but I'd have to go through the service sheets

yahmon · 06-28-2010, 11:06 AM

How can I contact of him--email?- Phone?

**ChrisPlatt** · 06-28-2010, 11:48 AM

Contact Eric Hendrickson through the email link on his website: http://www.pentaxs.com

Chris

tvfd911 · 07-01-2010, 10:15 AM

Originally posted by monochrome

Takumar 500/4.5 in the box.

Current Equipment Eric has repaired:
K2DMD
KX black
MESuper black SP
K28/3.5 colimation recalibrated

I buy, try and sell. Sold Cameras since 2004
2x SPII black
2x KX
2x K2
2x MX
K50/1.2 - slight impact to focusing ring
Vivitar Series 1 105/2.5 Macro (broken aperture lock button)

There are probably more but I'd have to go through the service sheets

So I take it Eric gets to see the second incarnation of the butchered mount?

**monochrome** · 07-01-2010, 01:08 PM

Originally posted by tvfd911

So I take it Eric gets to see the second incarnation of the butchered mount?

HaHa - yes, he posted me here when I remarked on the fact that I am the current owner of said mount.

He asked for an opportunity to work on the lens.

For the first time in my life I had to send money to the Federal Government at tax time - and Missouri hasn't seen fit to send me their refund yet.

That entire exchange of money has been so depressing that I haven't gotten to sending it off.

tvfd911 · 07-01-2010, 09:24 PM

Originally posted by monochrome

HaHa - yes, he posted me here when I remarked on the fact that I am the current owner of said mount.

He asked for an opportunity to work on the lens.

Hopefully my work isn't seen as too shoddy by the in-house expert. I never claimed for it to be beautiful, but it seemed to be strong enough for me to trust it to pass on. I hope you've gotten some use out of the lens.

06-20-2010, 11:01 PM	#16
Angevinn Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chicago, Ill. Posts: 204	Lens Repair Eric does top notch work on lenses; even lenses that aren't Pentax. Eric does great work at very reasonable prices. Highly recommended! Eric's website is here: Home Always email or call him first for a quote. Originally posted by ChrisPlatt Many of us here owe a great debt to expert repairman Eric Hendickson, who keeps our Pentax cameras humming along. Eric has repaired/CLA'ed most of my Pentax cameras past and present, currently including LX, K2, KX, KM and MX bodies. I'm planning to send him two more recent acquisitions, a DOA MZ-3 and another KX, this one with a shutter problem. What have you had repaired by Eric Hendrickson? Chris

06-21-2010, 05:17 PM	#20
IS050 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Stumptown Photos: Gallery Posts: 434	Highly recommended! CLA’d Spotmatic and ME Super Repaired Super Takumar 50mm f1.4, 105mm f2.8 & M50mm f1.7. Excellent works and prices! David

06-22-2010, 06:02 AM	#22
contrabass Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Pennsylvania Photos: Albums Posts: 44	Thumbs Up I've only sent one camera to Eric, an circa 1980 K1000 for CLA and minor repairs. I'm amazed to see how many people are sending so many cameras his way. He must be very busy! He exceeded my expectations. Of course the CLA and repairs were perfect. The the cosmetic cleaning he gave the K1000 is amazing; it came back positively sparkling. The camera is in better shape now than it's been in a decade or more. He says he treats the cameras like they were his own, and I believe it. Very pleasant to do business with, too. I'm currently running a test roll through a new-to-me MX. If it has any issues, you better believe I know where I'm sending it!

06-27-2010, 06:19 AM	#25
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by tvfd911 What I've sent him: Spotmatic F What I own that he's worked on: SMC 1000mm f8 Takumar M300mm f4 Originally posted by deadwolfbones Takumar 500/4.5 in the box. Current Equipment Eric has repaired: K2DMD KX black MESuper black SP K28/3.5 colimation recalibrated I buy, try and sell. Sold Cameras since 2004 2x SPII black 2x KX 2x K2 2x MX K50/1.2 - slight impact to focusing ring Vivitar Series 1 105/2.5 Macro (broken aperture lock button) There are probably more but I'd have to go through the service sheets Last edited by monochrome; 07-01-2010 at 01:09 PM.*

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06-20-2010, 11:03 PM	#17
Swift1 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oregon Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,079	Eric has repaired my 67 and my 45mm and 90mm lenses for that camera. He has also done CLA's and repairs on my MX, SV & Super Tak 55/1.8, and ME. Every time has been great, fast, and honest service. His prices are great, I got a quote for a CLA from a camera shop for a Nikkormat EL for $150. I highly recommend him.

06-20-2010, 11:21 PM	#18
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Repaired and CLA'd my KX. Super to do business with. Steve

06-21-2010, 10:53 AM	#19
GeneV Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Albuquerque NM Photos: Albums Posts: 9,830	CLA and seals on my LX and MX. Both are working very well. Anyone looking to purchase an LX should bear in mind that the CLA/seal on this camera is pricey and factor that in to the purchase.

06-21-2010, 08:09 PM	#21
ChipB Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Eau Claire, WI Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,701	He's done 4 LX's for me - CLAs and minor repairs. Also, 2 other cameras - but I don't remember what they were. All were done well and quickly - HIGHLY recommended!!!

06-26-2010, 05:29 PM	#23
Portland Pete Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Oregon Photos: Albums Posts: 144	Just got my SV back today. 10 days, and from what I can tell so far, better than new!

06-26-2010, 05:45 PM	#24
deadwolfbones Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: La Crescenta, CA Posts: 7,450	Originally posted by tvfd911 smc 1000mm f8 takumar . . . . . . . .

06-28-2010, 11:06 AM	#26
yahmon New Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Colorado Posts: 9	How can I contact of him--email?- Phone?

06-28-2010, 11:48 AM	#27
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,694 Original Poster	Contact Eric Hendrickson through the email link on his website: http://www.pentaxs.com Chris

07-01-2010, 10:15 AM	#28
tvfd911 Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: WI Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 354	Originally posted by monochrome Takumar 500/4.5 in the box. Current Equipment Eric has repaired: K2DMD KX black MESuper black SP K28/3.5 colimation recalibrated I buy, try and sell. Sold Cameras since 2004 2x SPII black 2x KX 2x K2 2x MX K50/1.2 - slight impact to focusing ring Vivitar Series 1 105/2.5 Macro (broken aperture lock button) There are probably more but I'd have to go through the service sheets So I take it Eric gets to see the second incarnation of the butchered mount?

07-01-2010, 01:08 PM	#29
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by tvfd911 So I take it Eric gets to see the second incarnation of the butchered mount? HaHa - yes, he posted me here when I remarked on the fact that I am the current owner of said mount. He asked for an opportunity to work on the lens. For the first time in my life I had to send money to the Federal Government at tax time - and Missouri hasn't seen fit to send me their refund yet. That entire exchange of money has been so depressing that I haven't gotten to sending it off.

07-01-2010, 09:24 PM	#30
tvfd911 Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: WI Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 354	Originally posted by monochrome HaHa - yes, he posted me here when I remarked on the fact that I am the current owner of said mount. He asked for an opportunity to work on the lens. Hopefully my work isn't seen as too shoddy by the in-house expert. I never claimed for it to be beautiful, but it seemed to be strong enough for me to trust it to pass on. I hope you've gotten some use out of the lens.