Did you note that it is a "star" series lens and seems pretty rare? The one one ebay is going for $770 usd.
http://cgi.ebay.com/PENTAX-M-STAR-SMC-300MM-F4-PRIME-LENS-AND-CASE-/370344954939?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_CamerasPhoto_CameraAccessories_CameraLensesFilters_JN&hash=item563a478c3b Seems like it might be worth putting a little effort into it... >On Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 9:51 AM, Bob Sullivan <[email protected]> wrote: > I've never had any luck buying stuff with problems like that. > And who knows what condensation damage on internat elements means. > Walk away or offer $25. > Regards, Bob S. > > On Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 8:45 AM, Sam L <[email protected]> wrote: >> They are asking $90. Sounds like some somewhat serious issues. The >> lens is over an hour away, so I would need to have a friend out there >> go see it for me and maybe help me evaluate it over the phone. >> Yes or walk away? >> >> Thanks for your thoughts! >> >> "This manual focus lens is in fair condition. There is minor >> scratching on the rear element. >> The interior element has a few blemishes from condensation. >> >> That said, there are positive attributes to this lens. The front glass is >> clear. >> It takes sharp pictures. It's only 6 1/2 inches long with the >> hood open--a compact size for a telephoto of this focal length. >> A Tiffen UV filter protects the front glass. " >> >> --------------------------- >> Sam >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> [email protected] >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and >> follow the directions. >> > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > [email protected] > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. > -- --------------------------- Sam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List [email protected] http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
