Pentax 135mm F/3.5 Super Takumar M42 Screw Mount Manual Focus Lens (AS-IS)

Super-Takumar 135mm f/3.5 Lens (M42 Screw Mount)
Classic Vintage Telephoto Prime – SOLD AS-IS / INTERNAL FUNGUS & DUST
The Super-Takumar 135mm f/3.5 is a legendary, vintage manual-focus telephoto prime lens featuring the universal M42 screw mount. Renowned in the analog film community for its remarkably compact size, rock-solid all-metal craftsmanship, and buttery-smooth mechanical throw, this lens is a classic staple for portraiture and street photography. It delivers a beautifully compressed perspective and smooth, vintage background rendering.

Please note: This vintage lens is being sold strictly AS-IS due to internal fungus and heavy dust. It does not include front or rear caps and is priced heavily discounted for restoration, parts, or creative lo-fi project use.

Key Features & Vintage Attributes
Flattering Portrait Telephoto Compression: The 135mm focal length provides a tight, isolated perspective that is exceptionally flattering for headshots and portraits, compressing background elements effortlessly.

Universal M42 Screw Mount: Built with the highly adaptable M42 threaded mount, making it natively compatible with classic film SLRs (like the Pentax Spotmatic) or easily adapted to modern mirrorless digital cameras via inexpensive third-party adapters.

Legendary Takumar Mechanics: Encased in a beautifully machined, robust all-metal barrel featuring a tactile, fluid manual-focus ring and a dedicated Auto/Manual aperture switch for seamless stop-down metering.

Ultra-Compact Profile: Features a surprisingly slim and lightweight design for a 135mm telephoto prime, utilizing a highly portable 49mm front filter size that makes it an easy addition to any vintage camera bag.

Item Condition & AS-IS Diagnostic Notes
Optical State (Fungus & Dust): SOLD AS-IS. The internal glass elements exhibit visible internal lens fungus (organic spore or web-like growth) along with a noticeable accumulation of internal dust particles. These imperfections will lower overall rendering contrast, soften fine details, and cause a hazy flare when shooting in backlit conditions. The lens is an excellent candidate for a complete optical teardown/cleaning project, or for shooters seeking an authentic, low-contrast vintage look.

Mechanical Status: Fully functional. The manual-focus ring rotates smoothly across the distance scale, the physical aperture ring clicks into detents cleanly down to f/22, and the Auto/Manual switch operates normally.

Missing Accessories: This lens is sold completely bare. It does NOT include a front lens cap or a rear lens cap.

Technical Specifications
Lens Classification: Vintage Manual Focus Telephoto Prime

Lens Mount Type: M42 Threaded Screw Mount

Focal Length: 135mm

Maximum Aperture: f/3.5

Minimum Aperture: f/22

Optical Construction: 4 Elements in 5 Groups

Diaphragm Type: Fully Manual/Auto Selection (6 Blades)

Minimum Focus Distance: Approx. 5.0 feet / 1.5 m

Filter Thread Size: 49 mm

Chassis Material: Anodized All-Metal Construction

Weight: Approx. 12.0 oz / 340 g