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Forum: Pentax News and Rumors
12 Hours Ago
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Digital-centric voting options only?
Perhaps you should add OTHER as a choice.
I usually carry a pocket 35mm film camera; I own a bunch,
e.g. Minox 35ML, Olympus XA series, Ricoh FF-1 etc.
Chris
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Forum: Mini-Challenges, Games, and Photo Stories
13 Hours Ago
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Thanks for the photos.
Does anyone have photos of operating Budd RDCs?
Steam does nothing for me. I prefer diesels, especially those first-generation units.
Chris
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Forum: Vintage Cameras and Equipment
14 Hours Ago
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Helical grease is normally used as it is required for proper damping of focus action.
It comes in various grades (thicknesses).
A good source for this and other camera-specific repair supplies is Micro-Tools:
https://www.micro-tools.com/
I once had a lens with objectionably loose focus; I cleaned out the old stuff
and replaced it with a stiffer grease.
Chris
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
14 Hours Ago
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Given the market demographic this thing is aimed at, the accessory I suggest is a selfie stick. :rolleyes:
Chris
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Forum: General Talk
14 Hours Ago
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Tear-Stained Letter - Richard Thompson, 1983
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Richard's first major release after Shoot Out The Lights with ex-wife Linda.
I found a brand new sealed copy of the Hand of Kindness LP
at a good price on Discogs and ordered it for my daughter.
Chris
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
1 Day Ago
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Sending the camera body to Eric is definitely a great way to get off on the right foot.
If lens glass is clean, aperture ring operates positively, diaphragm snaps open
quickly and focus ring is smooth and well-damped they likely don't need service.
Chris
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Forum: Mini-Challenges, Games, and Photo Stories
2 Days Ago
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Early streamlined diesel cab units are my favorites.
Today there are few left still running, mostly operated by railroad museums.
If anyone has photos of these please post them.
TIA,
Chris
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
3 Days Ago
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Every Pentax MZ/ZX camera I have ever used has suffered from this failure.
In another thread we saw photos of the all-plastic internal construction of these cameras.
IMO anyone contemplating repair of one should take a look at those first.
Chris
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Forum: Site Suggestions and Help
5 Days Ago
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No such ads appear on my Pentax Forums either.
I use Firefox with Adblock and Windows Defender firewall enabled.
Chris
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Forum: General Talk
6 Days Ago
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Forum: General Talk
6 Days Ago
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I prefer purpose-built appliances, so I have been using Internet radios for several years.
A great advantage of an Internet radio is that it doesn't tie up your phone or computer.
The initial reason I purchased one was to receive a nearby FM station with problematic reception;
i.e. I could listen only in my car. Now I can listen to their stream at home with no reception problems.
Many early units used the Reciva aggregator for Internet radio stations.
Unfortunately Qualcomm shut this service down in 2021.
This left many brands including your older Grace unit inoperable.
I currently own several different models.
I have a CCrane WFi3 in my bedroom and a Sangean WFR-32 in my living room.
Like any electronic device there is a learning curve.
Fortunately even a dummy like me was able to master the interface.
Soon I was listening to stations from around the world, and soon you will be too!
Chris
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Forum: Pentax Price Watch
6 Days Ago
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Domke Sling Bag brown Ruggedwear, like new condition $121.96
Domke F10 brown Ruggedwear, like new condition $68.12
Domke F8 brown Ruggedwear, very good condition $81.60
Domke F2 green camouflage nylon, like new condition $86.43
Domke F5XC black canvas, like new condition $57.73
Domke F1X black canvas, like new condition $155.70
Check link below for most up-to-date selection available:
Domke bags at Amazon Warehouse
Chris
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
04-15-2024, 08:17 AM
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Negatives and slides look great with any of the Pentax 50mm lenses,
including the budget SMC (K) or -M 50/2 lenses, or the XR Rikenon 50/2.
Fortunately film cameras don't do histograms.
Better is the enemy of good.
Chris
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Forum: General Talk
04-14-2024, 02:47 PM
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Kembleford seems unaffected by the postwar British economy as well.
I doubt anyone watches these programs expecting historical accuracy.
Chris
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Forum: Vintage Cameras and Equipment
04-13-2024, 02:02 PM
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In buying a 50+ year old Pentax camera I always factor in the cost of service.
Fortunately Eric Hendrickson is still working and his rates are quite reasonable.
Chris
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Forum: General Talk
04-09-2024, 03:26 PM
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The problem with modern cellphones is that they can do so much many folks are unable to put them down.
Chris
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Forum: General Talk
04-08-2024, 06:47 AM
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I recently sent some expired 35mm film to another forum member.
I replaced the Kodak Ektachrome E100 with fresh new stock,
which I hope to use this autumn.
Chris
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Forum: General Talk
04-07-2024, 09:56 AM
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2 rolls Kodak Ultramax 135-24
2 rolls Kodak Tri-X Pan 135-24
$44 shipped from Freestyle
These films are for my daughter, hopefully to use on our upcoming short vacation trip.
She hasn't yet tried out her new Pentax MX, serviced last year by Eric Hendrickson.
Chris
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Forum: Vintage Cameras and Equipment
04-06-2024, 03:20 PM
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I have nice looking Pentax SV and H3 bodies also in need of service.
I seldom use my screwmount cameras but I do plan to send them
to Eric Hendrickson, maybe after I get my tax refund.
Chris
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Forum: Film Processing, Scanning, and Darkroom
03-31-2024, 12:59 PM
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As a beginner I was in the darkroom frequently, several times per week.
After my first couple of batches of D-76 were used up I switched to Microdol-X.
Freestyle sells a clone of it in its LegacyPro line.
When I became just an occasional darkroom worker I tired of throwing away never-used but oxidized (spoiled)
developer stock solution and switched to syrup developers for their long shelf-life and convenience.
Today I use only a Rodinal clone and HC-110. The look of HC-110 is similar to D-76.
Not certain about the latest (2023) version though as I haven't tried it yet.
Chris
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Forum: Pentax Price Watch
03-30-2024, 03:08 PM
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Age appropriate for us old folks. Might be handy to help us read the fine print on our pill bottles.
CAUTION: Don't wear it out in bright sun, lest you set fire to yourself.
Chris
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Forum: General Talk
03-29-2024, 06:18 PM
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My 1979 U.S.-built VW Rabbit used bolts to attach the steel wheels.
Unlike many other parts of that car those never gave me any problem.
Chris
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Forum: Sold Items
03-26-2024, 02:14 PM
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PentaxForums.com Marketplace Listing
Item for Sale
Expired 35mm film
Asking Price
0.00 USD
Item Location
Rockaway Beach, New York (United States)
Item Description
2 rolls Kodak Ektachrome E100 film 135-35, expired 09/2023.
Kept in refrigerator since purchased.
Free; buyer pays USPS postage.
Are you the original owner of the item being sold?
Yes
Are you selling or trading this item?
Selling
Item Condition (Key)
New
Shipping Destinations
North America
Shipping Charge
Varies
Shipping Services
USPS
Accepted Payment Types
PayPal
Return Policy & Additional Details
No returns.
Please send me a private message if interested in the item!
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Forum: General Talk
03-25-2024, 08:11 AM
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Rather than recount your numerous repeated difficulties here suggest you contact USPS.
Chris,
USPS employee
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