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🟡 Pre-owned | Condition: Near MINT+++
This is a pre-owned M42 mount prime lens sold in used condition. Please review the full condition details below before purchasing.
About This Camera
The Pentax SMC Takumar 55mm f1.8 is a classic M42 screw-mount standard prime, beloved for its smooth rendering, pleasing bokeh, and solid all-metal build. This particular example is in Near MINT+++ condition and has been sourced directly from Japan. As one of the most iconic Takumar lenses, it remains highly popular with both film shooters and mirrorless adapters, making it a desirable and collectible piece of Pentax optical history.
Condition Details
Overall Grade: Near MINT+++
Body — Exterior: Beautiful condition with only minimal signs of handling.
Lens — Optics: Beautiful condition. No problem in the shooting. Internally cleaned. (graded by eye) Fungus: none that affects images Haze: none that affects images Scratches / cleaning marks: none that affects images Dust: a few tiny specks (normal for age) Note: under a strong light, vintage glass may show faint dust or marks that do not affect images.
Functionality: Aperture and focus operate smoothly.
Lens Serial Number: 6536355
Key Features
SMC Takumar 55mm f1.8 standard prime lens
M42 screw mount
Fast f/1.8 maximum aperture
Super-Multi-Coated (SMC) optics
All-metal construction with smooth manual focus
Easily adaptable to modern mirrorless cameras
Included Items
Lens only
* No accessories included. Display stand is not included.
Above condition is based on our own assessment. Please check all photos carefully. Feel free to contact us with any questions!
🛡️ Quality Assurance
All items are carefully inspected and function-tested in Japan, then securely packaged for shipping. Condition grades are based on our own assessment, and detailed photos are included on every listing.
✈️ International Shipping
Shipped from Japan. Tracking number on every order. We aim to ship the same day, and within 3 business days at the latest.
Delivery time (after your parcel ships) • United States — about 3–5 business days • Canada & Australia — Express 3–7 / Standard 10–16 business days • Asia — about 2–5 business days • Middle East — about 3–7 business days
Shipping cost $15–40 depending on destination and parcel size. Calculated at checkout.
Customs & import duties • United States — duties and import taxes are collected at checkout. Nothing extra to pay on delivery. • Other countries — duties and import taxes are charged by your local customs on arrival and are not included in our prices. Thresholds vary by country.
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