RE: CLA for 35mm/f2 SMC-M (also, opinions between 35mm f2 and 35mm f2.8?)

[Alan Chan]

I had the A35/2.8 few years ago. It was good lens optically, although not 
razer sharp. There are some mechanical & optical differences between the M & 
A so their parts aren't that interchangable. Make sure the aperture spring 
of the M is in good condition.

Regards,
Alan Chan
http://www.pbase.com/wlachan
Can anyone recommend a reputable place for Pentax repair that could take a
look at my 35mm lens. There is some oil on the blades and the aperture
just does not seem as snappy as it should be. I live in the Twin Cities,
but am assuming I'll have to mail it somewhere for repair. On another
note, any opinions as to preference of the 35mm f2.8 (A or M) over the
35mm f2? I have been thinking all along that this f2 of mine is so much
better that the f2.8, but don't really have any basis for thinking that.
Thanks.
Randy Jackson
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