Overview / Rarity / Cultural Background This is a vintage SMC Pentax 67 300mm f/4 telephoto lens by Pentax, designed for the Pentax 67 medium format system. Renowned for its outstanding optical performance and robust construction, this lens became a favorite among professional photographers for portrait, wildlife, and landscape photography. Well-preserved examples are becoming increasingly difficult to find, particularly outside Japan, making it highly desirable for collectors and medium format enthusiasts. Compared to medium format telephoto lenses from brands such as Carl Zeiss, the Pentax 67 system is celebrated for delivering exceptional image quality while maintaining a familiar SLR handling experience. This lens represents the golden era of Japanese medium format photography, when Pentax earned worldwide recognition for producing reliable, high-performance equipment for professionals. Serial 8601734 Appearance Minor scratches and stains from use. Optics There is no fog. There is no fungus. There is no balsam separation. There are no scratches. There are no large dusts. No problem in the shooting. Functional It has been confirmed to work properly. The aperture blades move smoothly. The aperture operates properly. The helicoid operates smoothly. Bundled Items All you can see on the picture will be included in a set of a package. Shipping I ship it in Japan post Small Parquet. Attach the tracking number. Shipping is only available to the address registered in Catawiki. As it is shipped from Japan, it cannot be shipped to Russia. Payment We will ship the item 3 business days after your payment clears. International Buyers - Please Note: This item will be shipped from Japan. Import duties taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.