brobbins
Established
There is a user Nikkor rangefinder 35mm f/1.8 on Ebay now with no bids with around 12 hours to go and an intial bid price of $399. That is lower than the price at which I have typically seen these lenses listed, but the description notes scratches on the front element.
dreamsandart
Well-known
I feel just the opposite [to a point]. I've had and used lenses with very light 'cleaning marks' on the front element and some with noticeable scratches, and even had a lens with a chip (filled in with black paint), they have basically no effect on optical quality. I also make a point of using a hood on my lenses for both protection and to shade the front element.
The rear element is something else, and would conceder a lens with marks or any kind damaged with rear or internal problems a compromise in optics.
Ideally I want a lens in perfect condition of course, but if cost is a factor sometimes you can get a real bargain and get a lens with light 'use' on the front that it will be just fine in practical use.
The rear element is something else, and would conceder a lens with marks or any kind damaged with rear or internal problems a compromise in optics.
Ideally I want a lens in perfect condition of course, but if cost is a factor sometimes you can get a real bargain and get a lens with light 'use' on the front that it will be just fine in practical use.
NIKON KIU
Did you say Nippon Kogaku
Didn't sell!!
Kiu
Kiu
NIKON KIU
Did you say Nippon Kogaku
OK,
If the lens didn't sell for $399 would it sell for $428??
http://cgi.ebay.com/Nikon-Rangefind...4QQihZ016QQcategoryZ15234QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Kiu
If the lens didn't sell for $399 would it sell for $428??
http://cgi.ebay.com/Nikon-Rangefind...4QQihZ016QQcategoryZ15234QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Kiu