Used lens, no serial #? - DPChallenge Forums

02/11/2007 02:51:55 PM · #1

I found a good deal on a great lens through craigslist, but when I contacted the seller, he told me that the serial number has been scraped off, and he bought it at a police auction. Am I the only one that would be sketched out about buying a lens with no serial number, even if it was obtained legally?

If it is 100% legit, are there downsides to having a serial-less lens? Would I be able to send it to Pentax for service if I needed to? Does anyone have experience with stuff like this?

I need to figure this out quickly, as it really is a wonderful lens that I want in my kit very badly!

Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM

02/11/2007 03:10:41 PM · #2

Never mind, I'm not going for it...

But, I suppose it is still a good question for future reference: is there any major downside to a lens with no serial number?

SteveJ

Canon EOS-7D

02/11/2007 03:14:04 PM · #3

Originally posted by option:

Never mind, I'm not going for it...

But, I suppose it is still a good question for future reference: is there any major downside to a lens with no serial number?

Sorry Andrew, missed this. Well, I would be tempted if the price is right. I guess if it was bought at a Police Auction there would a reciept as proof of purchase, thereby making it legit.

As for whether Pentax would repair it? I think they would if shown the reciept. What was the lens by the way?

Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM

02/11/2007 03:22:11 PM · #4

FA 50 1.4 :-(

Message edited by author 2007-02-11 15:22:26.

SteveJ

Canon EOS-7D

02/11/2007 03:46:07 PM · #5

Originally posted by option:

FA 50 1.4 :-(

Shame, maybe next time. Check out eBay. I have just got an M42 adapter and there are some great lenses in M42 mount if you don't mind complete manual.