What's wrong with my "new" M3

[tobey bilek]

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The light shield around the shutter leaks. Age issue, although I had it happen with fairly new M6 cameras. It will be replaced with updated mylar ones that will last forever.

 

But one of many age deterioration issues just like cars. I always tell people not to buy no matter how good they look unless they are willing to spend big money on repairs.

[donkeyshots]

Hey guys!

 

I developed the 2nd film and it's not the development. The effect looks exactly the same.

And I developed an other film (shot with a M5) without this effect.

I shot with the summicron 50mm collapsable and a voigtlaender 40mm nokton. Both Lenses show the same effect. So it's about the camera.

 

It's going to get a revision! I hope the cam will work better after it.

 

I'll keep you informed!

 

Thank again for many answers!!

 

Peter

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[donkeyshots]

Hey Guys,

 

the camera is at the service right now. It is a lightleak! Some parts are going to be changed.

But after that the M3 will be as good as new!

 

I'll post some pictures later!

 

Peter

[jerzy]

Hi Peter,after you'll get it back - could you share with us what was wrong, which parts have been replaced? As mentioned earlier it is very unusual leight leak effect, so I believe that your experience will help all of usthank you jerzy

[earleygallery]

Thank you for updating us. I expect it will be internal light seals for the viewfinder/rangefinder, as per my original response. Be nice to know if I'm right!

[donkeyshots]

Hey guys,

 

here is an update:

 

I got the M3 back from service. Actually it was a light leak, but I don't know where exactly it was or is. Shot a film and the effect is still there.

The Camera is on her way to the service again. I need her for my NY trip on halloween!! Hope she's gonna be ready...

 

Keep you updated!

 

peter

[jerzy]

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Thx Peter, still cannot believe in light leak. I've sent you PN (private message)

[donkeyshots]

Hey!

 

Here is my last update:

 

The M3 was in service and it was a lightleak!

BUT:

It was not easy to fix it, because there was no more repairkit for this camera. Even leica did not have it.

 

But now the Problem is gone.

 

Thread can be closed.

THX