The Definitive Asahi Pentax Collector's Guide 1952 - 1977

Argos · Joined: 30 Jun 2020 Posts: 9

Hello Pentax enthusiasts,

The second edition of my book (in English) is ready! It is a deluxe edition with a hard cover, a notch and a red reading ribbon. The volume of the book is 288 pages.
This book focuses on collecting and using old Asahi Pentax cameras and Takumar lenses.
The book covers all cameras: the Asahiflexes, the S/H types, the Spotmatic, its derivatives and the electronically controlled Electro Spotmatic, ES and ES II. Furthermore, the Motor Drive and Data cameras.
The American models are also discussed, such as the Honeywell Pentax Spotmatic IIa.
In addition to all Takumar lenses, all accessories are also included, such as bellows and extension rings, filters and microscope adapters.
Separate chapters deal with maintenance and use of this 45-year-old or older equipment.
Of course, the history of the manufacturer is also discussed. The company was founded on November 27, 1919.
The book is â‚¬ 35.00 excluding shipping costs.

Real shipping costs for all countries are listed below
Netherlands 4.25; Australia 31.00; Austria 12.00; Belgium 10.50; Brazil 25.00; Bulgaria 14.30; Canada 25.00; Croatia 14.30; Cyprus 14.30; Czech Republic 14.30; Denmark - excluding Faroe Islands and Greenland 12.00; Estonia 14.30; Finland 14.30; France - incl. Monaco 10.50; Germany 10.50; Greece 19.00; Hong Kong 25.00; Hungary 14.30; Ireland 13.20; Italy - excluding San Marino and Vatican City 10.50; Japan 25.00; Latvia 14.30; Lithuania 14.30; Luxembourg 10.50; Malta 19.00; New Zealand 31.00; Norway 14.30; Other European countries excluding Russia *) 14.30; Other non-European countries and Russia *) 25.00; Poland 14.30; Portugal 13.20; Romania 14.30; Slovakia 14.30; Slovenia 14.30; Spain - incl. Balearic Islands and excl. Canary Islands 10.50; Sweden 10.50; Switzerland 14.30; United Kingdom 13.20; United States 25.00;
*) Track and trace not possible to all countries.
Additional charge for 2 or more books on request.

mr_tibbs2004 · Joined: 23 Jul 2021 Posts: 141 Location: United States

I just pulled out my first version this week to research some Takumar lenses. Fantastic book that all Takumar and Pentax lovers should own! Thank you sir!

visualopsins · Expire: 2025-04-11

I have both editions. This second is well worth the price. The first editions on ebay, not so much price-wise, especially considering the second edition has corrections and additions. Must have if you collect Takumars.

kds315* · Expire: 2021-03-09

Indeed a "must have" - I have signed copies of both, as Geert used some info from me about the Ultra Achromatic and Quartz Takumar lenses... Wink

dizforprez · Joined: 28 May 2024 Posts: 2

Where can we pick up a copy?

visualopsins · Expire: 2025-04-11

titrisol70 · Joined: 14 Dec 2021 Posts: 183 Location: State of Denial

dizforprez · Joined: 28 May 2024 Posts: 2

thanks!