Thanks Osamu, I feel brave enough to attempt that - after all, how hard can it be (famous last words... !)? I tried the being 'patient' method but with no luck.

Expect to see a Pentax K2 for spares or repair on an Ebay site near you!

Regards
spbatt

Thanks Kim, I actually have a manual for the K2 but it isn't helping me any - I am either too dim or the camera needs a good clean.

Regards,
spbatt

Hello group,

I have recently aquired a Pentax K2 DMD. It seems fine overall and is more in 'working' condition than not, but, changing the film speed is a right struggle, it is so stiff I can't seem to move the ring past 32 ASA. Are these cameras known to be difficult with age and is there anywhere anyone would recommend for a service?

Thanks to anyone who can offer advice.

spbatt

Thanks John and Kimbo.

That cleared that query up nicely and now I understand a bit more. I love camera education

spbatt

I have a hole in my lens knowledge (probably more than one!). On an old lens with an auto switch what does that auto switch do? Is it only useful with older cameras (M42 fit)?

If anyone can let me know than you have my thanks.

spbatt

What a ponderer I am - so many lenses still to buy & try, especially of the 20mm and under variety.

Of the lenses I have used the Pentax-F 50mm f/1.7 takes the biscuit so far - I prefer it (just) to the 'M' and 'A' - but can't put my finger on the reason why - probably has a lot to do with the way it looks on my *istD - very nice. I too leave this on the camera now.

Other faves:
Tamron SP 90mm f/2.5 macro.
SMC Takumar 400mm f/5.6 - so far so impressed. Not an everyday lens but beautiful all the same.

I am sure I will add more in a month - I have still to try my Pentax-M 24-35mm zoom.

Regards,
Simon