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on Jul 8, 2014 11:10:12 GMT
Posted: Jul 8, 2014 11:10:12 GMT
Usually, if something seems too good to be true, it's certain to be wrong... So, imagine my surprise when I spot someone selling a Yashinon Tomioka 60mm f2.8 Macro lens for £20...but the photos looked OK so I thought I'd pay and see what happens.
Imagine my delight when a beautiful, near mint lens arrived in the next day's post; the only issue is a tiny bit of light fungus behind the front element which can be easily cleaned. I've already taken a few piccies with the lens and it is every bit as sharp as its reputation; my Zeiss 100 2.8 is no better and the Yashinon is nearly 50 years old. It is definitely one of Yashica's finest creations! Now, where's that C/Y M42 adapter....
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on Jul 8, 2014 12:21:59 GMT
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WOW! Congratulations!  |
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on Jul 8, 2014 18:36:02 GMT
Posted: Jul 8, 2014 18:36:02 GMT
I will give you £22 for it.  |
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on Jul 8, 2014 19:35:17 GMT
Posted: Jul 8, 2014 19:35:17 GMT
WOW! Congratulations! Thanks - such a thing will probably never happen in my lifetime again... |
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on Jul 8, 2014 19:36:18 GMT
Posted: Jul 8, 2014 19:36:18 GMT
I will give you £22 for it. Hmmmm, tempting....let me think about it  |
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on Jul 9, 2014 19:55:26 GMT
Posted: Jul 9, 2014 19:55:26 GMT
What a great find! Give that lens some UV treatment, and it should be okay.
PF
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on Jul 9, 2014 23:06:54 GMT
Posted: Jul 9, 2014 23:06:54 GMT
I will give you £22 for it. Hmmmm, tempting....let me think about it 23 pounds! |
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on Jul 10, 2014 15:32:50 GMT
Posted: Jul 10, 2014 15:32:50 GMT
What a great find! Give that lens some UV treatment, and it should be okay. PF That will be my first line of attack - and if that doesn't work, it's time to get out the cold cream... |
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