Originally Posted by
oldtimer48
My point here is that entire assemble can be purchased for less than what I was charged for just a lens. And yes the lenses are identical.
I have to definitely agree with you, with the whole unit going for $8 less than just the lens the price is a bit too much.
The lenses will crack again if they are screwed down until the screw hits bottom as there is no pad around the screws to prevent overtightening.