Pentax K1000 35mm SLR Camera & Takumar-A 28-80mm f/3.5 Lens - Tested Working

Pentax K1000 - Iconic 35mm Manual Film SLR Outfit
This listing is for a clean, fully tested Pentax K1000 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) film camera paired with a versatile Takumar-A 28-80mm f/3.5–4.5 optical zoom lens. Renowned worldwide as the gold standard for film students, photography enthusiasts, and collectors, the K1000 is celebrated for its tank-like metal construction, legendary mechanical reliability, and pure manual shooting experience.
Equipped with the flexible Takumar-A 28-80mm zoom lens, this setup provides maximum versatility—transitioning smoothly from wide-angle landscapes and street scenes at 28mm to tight, flattering portrait framing at 80mm. Featuring a fully mechanical shutter that operates across all speeds without batteries, an intuitive match-needle light meter in the viewfinder, and access to the vast Pentax K-mount lens system, it remains one of the most trusted 35mm film SLR outfits ever made.

Key Features & Specifications
• Type: Fully manual 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera.

• Lens: Takumar-A 28-80mm f/3.5–4.5 optical zoom lens (Pentax K-mount).

• Shutter: Mechanical horizontal cloth focal-plane shutter (1/1000 sec to 1 sec + Bulb).

• Metering: TTL center-weighted light metering with intuitive viewfinder match-needle system.

• Operation: Fully mechanical operation (battery required ONLY for the light meter).

• ISO Range: Manual film speed selection via DX / ASA dial (ISO 20 to 3200).

• Viewfinder: Fixed pentaprism viewfinder with microprism spot focusing screen.

• Film Handling: Manual film advance lever and manual rewind crank.

Condition: Good Condition & Fully Working (Age-Related Marks)
This camera outfit is in solid mechanical working order and clean overall condition, showing light cosmetic wear from normal use over time.
• Cosmetics: Good pre-owned condition. The metal housing and leatherette body show a few small, age-related marks, light surface scuffs, and minor cosmetic wear consistent with normal age and careful handling. The battery compartment and film chamber are clean and free of corrosion.

• Mechanics & Functions: 100% fully functional. Bench-tested across all settings. All mechanical shutter speeds fire accurately, the manual film advance and rewind operate smoothly, the zoom ring glides cleanly across the 28-80mm range, and the match-needle light meter responds accurately to changing light conditions.

• Optics & Viewfinder: Clean optical glass. The 28-80mm Takumar lens glass is bright and clear, completely free from fungus, heavy haze, or deep scratches. Aperture blades are dry, clean, and snappy. The optical viewfinder is clear for easy focus framing.

PLEASE NOTE:
• Cosmetic Detail: Features minor, age-related marks and light surface wear on the casing from light handling over time. Please refer closely to the listing photos for full aesthetic condition.

• Batteries: Requires 1x LR44 / A76 1.5V button cell battery to operate the internal light meter (NOT included). The camera operates mechanically without a battery.

• What is Included: Includes the Pentax K1000 camera body and Takumar-A 28-80mm f/3.5–4.5 zoom lens.

• Condition: Please see all photos closely to assess the exact cosmetic condition prior to purchasing.

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