M42 adapter
Others may or may not be as good.
Whatever you do, get an adapter that fits flush with the mount. Thise that project outwards won't allow infinity focus.
I understand that cheaper ones can be hit and miss and that there are two types, one of which does not allow focus to infinity. I read recntly about an engineering company, in the UK I think, that makes good quality M42 adapters (amongst other things) and sells them new for 20 to 30 GBP. I'm afraid I don't seem to have noted the company name, but maybe someone else here can point you in the right direction.
Fan of DA limited and old manual lenses
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/290782210770?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1...
It arrived today and works fine, can be removed easily with the supplied tool. Delighted with the lens, haven't really had a chance to put it through it's paces, but early shots show how sharp it is.
Pentax Adapter K is still listed actively by SRS and others. £64.95 I think.
I have to say John that I think £64.95 is a ridiculous price to pay for a simple metal ring when you can get one that does exactly the same job for £7. I have purchased and regularly use 6 or 7 of these and they have been perfect.
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David
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12 years
Just bought my first Super-Takumar, a 28 3.5, but don't have an M42 adapter to use it. The official Pentax ones seem very expensive and like they should be easy to replicate, has anyone got experience of the cheap alternatives available on ebay, or a particular supplier they would recommend?
Any thoughts much appreciated.
Sam.