Asahi Pentax K1000 35mm SLR Camera & Pentax SMC 50mm f/1.7 Lens - Good Used

Asahi Pentax K1000 - Classic Mechanical 35mm SLR with Fast SMC 50mm f/1.7
This listing is for an authentic Asahi Pentax K1000 35mm Single Lens Reflex (SLR) film camera in Good Used Condition, paired with a sharp, fast SMC Pentax 50mm f/1.7 standard prime lens. Renowned worldwide as the classic student and enthusiast SLR, the K1000 combines rugged all-metal mechanical construction with straightforward manual control.
Powered by a single LR44 / SR44 1.5V button cell battery solely to operate its internal TTL match-needle light meter, the K1000 features a fully mechanical focal-plane shutter that fires dependably across all speeds from 1s to 1/1000s without requiring battery power. Coupled with the fast SMC Pentax 50mm f/1.7 lens—celebrated for its multi-coated glass, outstanding sharpness, and excellent low-light performance—this outfit is a dependable setup for film photography.

Key Features & Specifications
• Type: 35mm manual focus Single Lens Reflex (SLR) film camera.

• Operation: Fully mechanical focal-plane shutter (fires at all speeds without a battery; battery powers the meter only).

• Lens Mount: Universal Pentax K mount.

• Lens: SMC Pentax 50mm f/1.7 fast prime lens.

• Shutter Speeds: Mechanical shutter from 1 second to 1/1000th of a second, plus Bulb mode.

• Metering: Simple, intuitive TTL center-weighted match-needle metering system.

Condition: Good Used Condition & Fully Working (Cosmetic Imperfections)
This camera outfit is in honest, functional condition with cosmetic signs of use that do not impact operation.
• Cosmetics: Good used condition. The body shows very light, minor surface corrosion in places and a small dent on the top plate. These flaws are purely cosmetic and do not affect the camera's structural integrity or performance in any way.

• Mechanics & Electronics: 100% fully functional. Bench-tested across all functions. The film advance lever operates smoothly, shutter speeds fire accurately from 1s to 1/1000s, and the internal match-needle meter responds accurately to light.

• Optics & Lens: Crisp and clear. The SMC Pentax 50mm f/1.7 lens glass is free from fungus or severe haze, with smooth focusing and snappy, oil-free aperture blades.

• Viewfinder: Clear and bright with microprism focusing aid for precise manual focus.

PLEASE NOTE:
• Cosmetic Imperfections: Features very light body corrosion and a dent on the top plate as noted above. Both are purely cosmetic and do not affect functionality. Please refer closely to the photos for exact details.

• Batteries: Requires 1x standard LR44 / SR44 1.5V button cell battery to power the internal light meter (NOT included). The mechanical shutter operates fully across all speeds without a battery.

• What is Included: Includes the Asahi Pentax K1000 camera body and SMC Pentax 50mm f/1.7 lens.

• Condition: Please see photos for a complete look at the exact cosmetic condition and top plate detail.

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