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DoctorJeff
Posted 26/12/2018 - 21:45 Link
Now that Pentax have pulled out of the UK, and JPL have closed, where does one go for spares?
I took out my X-5 this week, only to find that the insert from the mode dial was no longer in place. OK, so I can still use it by looking at the monitor, but I want it complete.
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So where do I go?
Geoff
Water can wear away a stone - but it can't cook lunch
X-5
istDS
K2000
P50.
Lenses Digital: 50-200, 18-55 KAF: 28-80.
Lenses KA & K: SMC-KA f2.0, SMC-K f1.4, SMC-K f1.7 Tokina KA 28-70 , SMC Pentax 70-210 F4, Sigma KA 75-300 , Hanimex 500mm Mirror, and the Tamron Adaptall-2 stuff.
and then there's all the M42 kit, and the accessories ...
JAK
Posted 26/12/2018 - 22:22 Link
Won't it stick back on? Even a replacement would require sticking.
John K
bforbes
Posted 26/12/2018 - 22:39 Link
Chris@SRSWATFORD wrote:
An update as promised....

A new company has taken over JPSS.

Contact details:

Tim Kessel - [email protected]
Tel: 01782 753 342

I am under the impression that work will be undertaken in the current buildings for the short-term.

The new company name will be announced in due course, but for continuity they are using the JPSS email and website, which will change.

When I've got any more info. I'll share straight away.

JAK
Posted 26/12/2018 - 23:57 Link
Seems jpss.co.uk is a dead web site now.
Ricoh say For any technical issues or advice about your PENTAX product, please contact our Technical helpline on + 44 (0) 207 949 0059 or complete our Technical Enquiry Form.
John K
johnriley
Posted 27/12/2018 - 09:45 Link
I would phone Chris at SRS and ask what the current status is. He'll be among the first to know I'm sure.
Best regards, John
barkin
Posted 27/12/2018 - 13:17 Link
JAK wrote:
Won't it stick back on? Even a replacement would require sticking.

That was my first thought too.
DoctorJeff
Posted 27/12/2018 - 15:10 Link
Quote:
JAK wrote
Won't it stick back on? Even a replacement would require sticking.

If I could find it, that is just what I would do.
Water can wear away a stone - but it can't cook lunch
X-5
istDS
K2000
P50.
Lenses Digital: 50-200, 18-55 KAF: 28-80.
Lenses KA & K: SMC-KA f2.0, SMC-K f1.4, SMC-K f1.7 Tokina KA 28-70 , SMC Pentax 70-210 F4, Sigma KA 75-300 , Hanimex 500mm Mirror, and the Tamron Adaptall-2 stuff.
and then there's all the M42 kit, and the accessories ...
Chrism8
Posted 27/12/2018 - 15:29 Link
Daft Q time, have you checked the hidden depths of your camera bag or in the car possibly ?

If yes, probably try John's suggestion and contact the team at SRS
Chris

www.chrismillsphotography.co.uk

" A Hangover is something that occupies the Head you neglected to use the night before".

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K1 - Sigma 85mm F1.4, Pentax DFA 150 -450 F4.5 / 5.6, Pentax DFA* 24 - 70 F2.8

Samyang 14mm F2.8, Pentax DFA* 70-200 F2.8, Pentax A 50mm F1.2

K3iii + K3ii + K5iis converted to IR, Sigma 17 - 70 F2.8, Pentax 55 - 300 F4.5 / F5.6 PLM
Don
Posted 27/12/2018 - 17:08 Link
Chrism8 wrote:
Daft Q time, have you checked the hidden depths of your camera bag

yep little bits often find their way up into the seams behind the padding where they're near impossible to locate without pulling the bag apart holding the seams where the padding meets the back of the bag and giving a good shake...
Fired many shots. Didn't kill anything.
bforbes
Posted 27/12/2018 - 18:25 Link
JAK wrote:
Seems jpss.co.uk is a dead web site now.
Ricoh say For any technical issues or advice about your PENTAX product, please contact our Technical helpline on + 44 (0) 207 949 0059 or complete our Technical Enquiry Form.

I'm sure I've seen something about the new company name, phone etc., but I can not find it.
pgweber
Posted 27/12/2018 - 21:16 Link
Here is a link to Chris's posting from mid-October 2018:
https://www.pentaxuser.com/forum/topic/jps-in-liquidation-61364/p-1#comm630302
Peter

Pentax K5
Pentax DA 18-55 Mk1, 50-200 (Samsung), 16-45, 55-300 Mk1, 35 f/2.4
Pentax MZ6 + FA28-90, FA50 f/1.4, M 50 f/1.7
Tamron 80-210mm & 28mm
Edited by pgweber: 27/12/2018 - 21:18
bforbes
Posted 27/12/2018 - 21:58 Link
I have that Peter, but there is a later version with new name etc. What I'm not sure about is that I saw it on Pentaxuser
pgweber
Posted 27/12/2018 - 23:25 Link
Found the company name on another forum:
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/189-repairs-warranty-service/380020-right-fi...

See post #3 on page 1.
Peter

Pentax K5
Pentax DA 18-55 Mk1, 50-200 (Samsung), 16-45, 55-300 Mk1, 35 f/2.4
Pentax MZ6 + FA28-90, FA50 f/1.4, M 50 f/1.7
Tamron 80-210mm & 28mm
Edited by pgweber: 27/12/2018 - 23:26
JAK
Posted 28/12/2018 - 23:25 Link
pgweber wrote:
Found the company name on another forum:
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/189-repairs-warranty-service/380020-right-fi...

See post #3 on page 1.

But that doesn't overcome the fact that jpss.co.uk is now a vanished website. It was right when stated early in 2018, but would seem not to be live now. Why do you think Ricoh say to go through them now and not refer you to jpss ? By all means try emailing jpss but I'd expect it to bounce.
Best to try phoning and see if there's anyone there to answer.
John K
Edited by JAK: 28/12/2018 - 23:27
JAK
Posted 31/12/2018 - 14:03 Link
Option of a fresh X-5 here perhaps?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pentax-X5-16MP-Digital-Camera-Black-4-0-104mm-Lens/13...
A mode dial is included!
John K

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