On Mon, 26 Feb 2001, Steve Knobbe wrote:
> I was recently given a SMC Takumar 85/1.8, which, cosmetically, is in
> great condition. However, the optics have been attacked by fungus (one
> relatively big spot, and very minor transparent "growths"). Looking
> through the viewfinder on my ME, I don't even notice the fungus. So,
> my question is this: Is $120 a good price to have it cleaned, or
> should I look elsewhere? (As a college student, money is tight.)
I know very little about fungus cleaning or its cost, but I would say that
it sounds a little high to me. At the same time, the SMC-T 85/1.8 is a
relatively expensive lens and has quite a good repuation. As a love of
old screw mount stuff, I'd hate to see it go unrepaired. There's few
enough lenses as it is, and it makes sense to preserve the ones we still
have. If the general list consensus is that it's too much money, consider
getting another estimate somewhere else. OTOH, they usually sell for more
than $120, so if it was just given to you, it's still not a bad price.
chris
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