kds315* wrote:Btw. I have just heard that "the supplier" of that lens only has 30 left and that they are going very fast!!
Klaus, are there more now available in Europe? As far as I know, in the US, the vendor sold-out on the first series of 103 lenses on 12 May. He then listed an additional 17 parts which all sold quickly ending on 19 May. See the closed listing
HERE. As I say, soon after Charles and John (morfa) posted their stunning images, the remaining lenses suddenly developed a high vapor pressure and evaporated into the ‘ether’.
I do seem to remember the vendor had initially listed more than 17 on the second series, which makes me wonder if he decided to reserve some based either on the sudden high rate of sales---or, he found this forum!!!
If so…hi mister vendor!
If he did reserve some, I would not be surprised to see them listed at some later time, for a higher price.
BTW, it looks like the optical elements extend some way beyond the existing Waterhouse stop. So, I had the idea to open the lens capsule on one of my five copies to try to install a larger stop, to perhaps achieve f/2.8 or f/2 which might improve the resolution at higher magnifications. Unfortunately try as I might, I simply could not turn the retaining ring using an optical spanner wrench. I only attempted this using hand pressure while holding the lens in my hand. But, I applied quite a bit of force on the ring of three lenses, and they would not budge. I think they must have some type of strong Loctite or glue on the threads. As soon as I’ve tested all five lenses, I might have to risk one by heating the case to see if I can loosen the threads.
I would also like to know your opinion of this lens when you have had a look.
Regards,
Bob