FS: A & A* Series Collection (28, 50, 85, 100, 135, 200)

I've made the decision to finally clear out my A series lens collection. None of the lenses get enough use and although some of them are amongst the best I have ever owned I can't keep kidding myself that I will start using them properly again. My preference for Autofocus is the main reason for selling - my eyesight is not good enough to get the best out of the faster lenses and each of my A lenses has an F, FA or DA equivalent.

Some of the lenses have been listed before so you can probably find photos of some of them in the archives, I will update this post with the photos when I find time, but I thought I would put the list up first to give a heads up on what I have available and the prices I am asking for them.

A 28mm f2.8 Excellent - £55
A 50mm f1.4 Excellent - £129
A* 85mm f1.4 Excellent - £599
A 100mm f2.8 Excellent - £179
A 135mm f2.8 Excellent - £129
A* 200mm f2.8 Excellent - £399

The 85mm does have some dust and small hairs inside and would benefit from a professional clean. I bought the lens several years ago advertised as mint - when I received it and saw the dust and hairs I nearly sent it back, but after a few test films I was more than happy with it's results so just kept using it.

The 50mm has a slightly 'looser' feel to the focusing than my other lenses, many people would probably not notice it - but I like to ensure I list things accurately.

The 200mm has some dust, but no more than you would expect for it's age.

P&P will be £7.95 RMSD. I only ship within the UK. Payment preference is Bank Transfer (Cheque, Postal Order or Cash) and inspection is welcome.

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LennyBloke

is the A 100mm a macro version?

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Pentax K-5: Pentax Da 12-24mm + DA17-70mm+ DA*50-135mm + DA55-300mm + FA 28mm + FA35mm + FA77mmltd
in search for Pentax MF optics

No - it's not the macro!

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LennyBloke

LoL! My heart almost jumped at your list only to realise i have all of them too except for the A*200 which is not on my "LBA" list.. LOL!

Now aiming for the A50/1.2 and A28/2, And A20/28..

Good luck with the sales though!!

Hi SyncGuy (and Welcome) - I 've parted with all three of those lenses over the last couple of years. The 28 f2 sold on this forum earlier this year .

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LennyBloke

This one disgusting sentence in bold saves me a lot of money ...

Hi, thanks to all which "don't have a problem selling outside the UK". However, I am only interested in the two A* lenses. Regards, froeschle.

I have apologised several times to you froeschle about not shipping outside the UK, and even if you don't agree with my decision it would be nice if you would respect it. If you would like to take a trip to the UK you would be made very welcome and can inspect the lenses before buying.

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LennyBloke

First few photos....

28mm f2.8



50mm f1.4



135mm f2.8



200mm f2.8



Will add the the 85 and 100 photos soon.

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LennyBloke

A* 85mm f1.4:














A 100mm f2.8









The dust/hairs in the 85 is clearly shown in 2 of the photos.

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LennyBloke

I'm going to have to buy some lottery tickets... Some very nice glass there. Good luck with the sale.

K.

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Kris Lockyear
It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head. Henri Cartier-Bresson
Lots of film bodies, a couple of digital ones, too many lenses (mainly older glass) and a Horseman LE 5x4.
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PM sent!

A few more images of the A* 200...

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LennyBloke

A* 85mm & A* 200mm Reserved

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LennyBloke

The 28, 50, 100 and 135 are still available. Reasonable offers considered

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LennyBloke