{"product_id":"near-mint-nikon-af-nikkor-50mm-f1-4-prime-lens-auto-focus-388","title":"[Near MINT] Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm F1.4 Prime Lens Auto Focus #388","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"X-UA-Compatible\" content=\"IE=edge\"\u003e\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\u003clink href=\"https:\/\/cdn.jsdelivr.net\/npm\/bootstrap@5.0.2\/dist\/css\/bootstrap.min.css\" rel=\"stylesheet\" integrity=\"sha384-EVSTQN3\/azprG1Anm3QDgpJLIm9Nao0Yz1ztcQTwFspd3yD65VohhpuuCOmLASjC\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"\u003e\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e body { font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; } .content-box { margin-top: 1em; font-size: 1.2em; } h1.product-name { font-size: 1.6em; text-align: center; } .subHeader { font-size: 1.5em; background-color: #2a6fec; color: white; padding: 0.5em; margin-bottom: 0.5em; font-weight: bold; } .descriptionBody p { margin-top: 1em; } .descriptionValue { margin: 0; padding: 0; } span.gradeHeader { font-size: 1.2em; font-weight: bold; } h3 { font-size: 1.2em; font-weight: bold; margin: 0; margin-top: 1em; } #displayAppearance\u003eul { margin: 0; margin-bottom: 0.2em; } #displayAppearance p { margin: 0; } #displaySize\u003ep { margin: 0; } div.icon { margin: 2em auto; } #linkUrl { text-align: center; } #displayGrade[title=\"none\"] { display: none; } #displayAppearance[title=\"none\"] { display: none; } #displayFunctional[title=\"none\"] { display: none; } #displaySize[title=\"none\"] { display: none; } #displayWeight[title=\"none\"] { display: none; } #displayIncludings[title=\"none\"] { display: none; } #displayFreeSpace[title=\"none\"] { display: none; } .linkField[title=\"none\"] { display: none; } #linkUrl[title=\"none\"] { display: none; }\u003c\/style\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"contents\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e \u003ch1 class=\"product-name\" title=\"title\"\u003e[Near MINT] Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm F1.4 Prime Lens Auto Focus #388\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"content-box description\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"description subHeader\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"descriptionBody\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"descriptionValue\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm F1.4 is a highly regarded standard prime lens, beloved for its fast f\/1.4 aperture, producing beautiful bokeh and excellent low-light performance. Ideal for portraits, street photography, and general shooting, this lens offers superb optical quality and robust build. This particular unit is in Near Mint condition, having been thoroughly inspected and confirmed to be fully functional.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"description subHeader\"\u003eCondition and Grade\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"descriptionBody\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"descriptionValue\"\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"displayGrade\" title=\"grade\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"gradeHeader\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"gradeValue\"\u003eNear Mint\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"displayAppearance\" title=\"appearance\"\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAppearance of the item\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeakness-First:\u003c\/strong\u003e There is a minor scuff on the exterior barrel, visible in the accompanying photos.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eOverall, the lens shows very light signs of use consistent with its Near Mint grading. Please examine the photos for detailed cosmetic condition.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"description subHeader\"\u003eInspection Results\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"descriptionBody\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"descriptionValue\"\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"displayFunctional\" title=\"functional\"\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFunctional Checks\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAF (Autofocus):\u003c\/strong\u003e Operates smoothly and accurately. Confirmed OK.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelicoid (Focus Ring):\u003c\/strong\u003e Turns freely with appropriate resistance, ensuring precise manual focusing. Confirmed OK.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAperture Blades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open and close responsively without stickiness or oil residue. Confirmed OK.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"displayOptics\" title=\"optics\"\u003e \u003ch3\u003eOptics Inspection (Lens Elements)\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirt:\u003c\/strong\u003e None detected.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slight internal dust observed. This is common in older lenses and has no discernible impact on normal shooting (通常撮影に影響なし).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHaze:\u003c\/strong\u003e None detected.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFungus:\u003c\/strong\u003e None detected.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScratches:\u003c\/strong\u003e None detected on any optical elements.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear optical path with no balsam separation or significant coating issues.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"description subHeader\"\u003eCommon Known Issues for This Model (Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm F1.4)\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"descriptionBody\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"descriptionValue\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile this specific lens has been thoroughly inspected, buyers of the Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm F1.4 model should be aware of common potential issues:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e[HIGH] Stiff\/Gritty Focus Ring (Focus Mechanism):\u003c\/strong\u003e Often due to dried lubricants. \u003cem\u003eThis specific lens has a smooth-operating helicoid (OK).\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e[HIGH] Oily Aperture Blades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can cause slow or incomplete aperture closure. \u003cem\u003eThis specific lens has clean, responsive aperture blades (OK).\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e[HIGH] Internal Haze:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces contrast and sharpness. \u003cem\u003eThis specific lens shows no signs of haze.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e[CRITICAL] Balsam Separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Severe degradation of image quality. \u003cem\u003eThis specific lens has no balsam separation.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e[HIGH] Fungus Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can permanently damage glass coatings. \u003cem\u003eThis specific lens is free of fungus.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e[MEDIUM] Lens Scratches \/ Coating Wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can affect image quality. \u003cem\u003eThis specific lens has no scratches on its elements and good coating condition.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e[LOW] Cosmetic Wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scuffs, paint loss. \u003cem\u003eThis specific lens has a minor scuff, as noted in \"Appearance\".\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e[MEDIUM] Internal Debris (Dust):\u003c\/strong\u003e Minor dust common. \u003cem\u003eThis specific lens has slight internal dust, which does not affect image quality.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe believe in full transparency, providing this context to assure you of the careful inspection our items undergo.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"description subHeader\"\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"descriptionBody\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"descriptionValue\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFront Lens Cap\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRear Lens Cap\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNo other accessories are included unless specifically mentioned above.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"description subHeader\"\u003eNot Recommended For\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"descriptionBody\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"descriptionValue\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors seeking a flawless, factory-new item:\u003c\/strong\u003e Due to the minor external scuff and slight internal dust, this lens may not meet the expectations of collectors requiring perfect condition.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhotographers who require absolute zero dust:\u003c\/strong\u003e While the slight internal dust does not affect image quality, those with extremely high sensitivity to any internal particles should consider a brand-new lens.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuyers unfamiliar with vintage lens characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e While in excellent condition, this is a used item and may exhibit characteristics different from modern, sealed lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis lens is best suited for discerning photographers looking for an exceptional performing 50mm f\/1.4 prime lens at a great value, who appreciate its minor signs of gentle previous ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"content-box note\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"note subHeader\"\u003ePlease Note for Buyers\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWe ship items from 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