worse than a poor cleaning job, it could be element separation. The question becomes is this lens worth so much that you
are willing to throw away that much if it can't be repaired.
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Please see the description below, regarding a comment on a "mark" on the rear element.
Just wondering if its worth going after this and getting it cleaned by a repair shop or
just leave it until a better one comes along.
The price is $195.00 US dollars.
Thanks
Dave
>>>>>This is a quote from sales listing:
"This lens is in fair physical condition, showing normal signs of use. There's lots of
paint wear visible, on the edges of the knurled grips, on the edge of the filter ring and on the mount. There
are a few small surface scratches in the finish here and there, and there are some scratches on the lens
barrel near the front edge, I think it's from a shade being mounted. There is a small dent in the
filter ring, but a filter still mounts snug. The glass is clean and fungus free, absolutely perfect except for a
very few tiny dust particles which 'do not' seem to affect the optical performance. There are some marks
on the inside of the rear element (almost as if someone has taken it apart, cleaned it
half-heartedly, and put it back together). This may soften the edge of your images, but I think it can be easily
cleaned. Its focus system is very smooth and operating very well. I see a couple of spots of residue on the
aperture blades, not sure if its oil or not. The blades open and close nice and quick, though.
Serial number range is 65009xx. Made in Japan by Asahi Optical. Comes with front lens cap."
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