Description: * RARE * Pentax MX Japan Camera Show 20th Anniversary Model LimitedPentax MX by Asahi Optical, commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Japan Camera Show. Limited to just 20 units, it was released in March 1979. The Pentax MX is a high-end model featuring a lightweight, compact body with built-in TTL exposure metering. It supports external motor drives and winders for automatic film advance. It comes with the SMC Pentax-M 50mm f1.4 standard lens in Pentax K mount. Included are lens front cap, original box, strap, shoulder pad, warranty certificate, new but unusable battery, Japanese instruction manual, lens and accessory catalogs, price list, and Pentax Family payment notification. It appears to have been sold at Takashimaya's camera department at the time, with accompanying service advisory notes mentioning that leather repairs would typically result in black leather. The warranty certificate was issued in March 1979 at Takashimaya Osaka branch, making it a rare find. There are no signs of use from photography; the appearance is nearly like new. There are slight scratches on the transparent protective seal attached to the bottom. The previous owner purchased it and kept it as part of their collection without using it. The shutter operates correctly, and the viewfinder is clear. The light meter operates about two stops overexposed. The lens showed haze and fungus, so it was serviced by a specialist in June 2024. Despite the service, there are still slight haze due to balsam separation and traces of fungus around the edges of the middle element. The fungus has been removed, so there is no risk of further growth. While the lens has some minor issues, the body and accessories are suitable for a collection. A rare find. Cosmetic: 95%, Mint 極上品, as pictures. Optic/glass: No scratch, No haze, No fungus! *Slight trace of fungus remains. Mechanical Problem: None Auction Includes: camera, cap, strap, manual, warranty card, box. International Buyers - Please Note Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. Shipping will be made from Chiba, Japan via EMS (Japan Post) / DHL within 1 day after payment confirmation. *Except Sunday, Monday and public holiday in Japan. Estimated delivery date is 2 - 7 days from shipment date (Not guaranteed). The customs charges are buyer’s responsibility. For shipping request, please contact us in advance. Attention: Shipping insurance covers only the declaration value. 発送先が日本国内の場合、送料の一部を返金させていただきます。 We accept the return of products with full refund when the following conditions apply. Please contact us within 30 days from the delivery date. 1. When the received item is not the same as your order. 2. When the condition of the received item is obviously different from our description.
Price: 2013 USD
Location: Chiba
End Time: 2024-09-13T08:00:55.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: PENTAX
Series: SLR
Type: Rangefinder
Format: 35 mm
Focus Type: Manual
Color: Black
Model: Pentax MX
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan