carl170 Posted December 16, 2016 Share #1 Posted December 16, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi All. I have bought my first Leica M series, a rather battered M2. It has a few issues. The slower speeds don't seem quite right, the shutter button doesn't pop back up and the wind lever only springs back about 3/4 of the way. I don't think it will be difficult to sort. On a positive note, the self-timer works and the rangefinder is clean and clear and the focusing part of the rangefinder also seems fine, So I am looking for someone in the UK who can fix these issues. I am in the Newcastle Upon Tyne area, if there is anyone local, that would be even better. Also, is there anyone I should avoid? I have heard of people having to wait months to get their camera back and costs escalating. Lastly, does anyone care to share what the costs are likely to be? I have had my Rolleis serviced by an ex Rollei employee and he charges around £70 for a CLA, but I am guessing the cost of a Leica CLA will be more. Thanks for any replies. Regard Carl Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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earleygallery Posted December 16, 2016 Share #2 Posted December 16, 2016 Hi, There is a list on the Leica blog http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-news/leica-repair-specialists/ In addition Aperture in London have an in house repairer. There are others too - most dealers will know a repair tech. I would advise NOT sending it to Leica, their prices are very high and I've heard that they often sub out work on older cameras to independents anyway. Malcolm Taylor is legendary but also has a bit of a reputation for long turnaround times, so if you do use him I'd suggest getting an agreed timescale in advance. The film advance lever shouldn't 'spring back' all the way, it rests proud of the camera until you push it home. Not sure what you mean about the shutter button but it definately sounds like your camera needs attention. As for costs CRR have a price list on their site, but it will of course depend on what parts/attention your particular camera needs. FWIW Leica quoted me a minimum of £450 for a CLA on my M2 and that was a number of years ago. A local tech did it for about a quarter of that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robinyuill Posted December 16, 2016 Share #3 Posted December 16, 2016 Having had work done by Malcolm Taylor, including fixing a Tri Elmar, I can't recommend him highly enough. True gentleman and yes, there have been people who have alleged problems, but with me, great work. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairkid Posted December 17, 2016 Share #4 Posted December 17, 2016 Sprockets camera repairs. Costs around £100. He's serviced multiple lenses and bodies for me and I have always been v happy with the service, turnaround is quick too. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
greene881 Posted December 17, 2016 Share #5 Posted December 17, 2016 Red Dot cameras have a good reputation, they CLA'd my M3 a little while back for £144. Turnaround was three weeks. I would use again. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffnik Posted December 18, 2016 Share #6 Posted December 18, 2016 Peter at CRR Luton - excellent. 07790 627778 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl170 Posted December 19, 2016 Author Share #7 Posted December 19, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Thanks for all the replies. Looks like there are plenty to choose from! I will contact someone in the new year now. Sadly , Peter at CRR has just posted that his wife died suddenly last week and he is not doing any repairs until further notice. Regards Carl Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie Posted December 23, 2016 Share #8 Posted December 23, 2016 Thanks for all the replies. Looks like there are plenty to choose from! I will contact someone in the new year now. Sadly , Peter at CRR has just posted that his wife died suddenly last week and he is not doing any repairs until further notice. Regards Carl Oh, that is a complete shock and such a shame. I called in to see Peter and Ann just a few weeks ago. I knew she was unwell, but didn't expect this. Susie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M9reno Posted December 23, 2016 Share #9 Posted December 23, 2016 Having had work done by Malcolm Taylor, including fixing a Tri Elmar, I can't recommend him highly enough. True gentleman and yes, there have been people who have alleged problems, but with me, great work. My experience exactly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jodad Posted January 18, 2018 Share #10 Posted January 18, 2018 anyone have Malcolm Taylors contact details? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tragg Posted February 14, 2018 Share #11 Posted February 14, 2018 http://www.jkcameras.co.uk Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedaes Posted February 14, 2018 Share #12 Posted February 14, 2018 Cameraworks have done good work for me and are worth a consideration https://www.cameraworks-uk.com. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedaes Posted February 14, 2018 Share #13 Posted February 14, 2018 anyone have Malcolm Taylors contact details? From this Forums list Malcolm Taylor Herefordshire, UK Phone No 01568 770542 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcraf Posted February 18, 2018 Share #14 Posted February 18, 2018 (edited) Red Dot cameras have a good reputation, they CLA'd my M3 a little while back for £144. Turnaround was three weeks. I would use again. RDC no longer offer a facility to service customer’s equipment (which was done via Sprockets). Edited February 18, 2018 by jcraf Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swanny Swanny Posted December 1, 2018 Share #15 Posted December 1, 2018 I'd also say Cameraworks, This year Alan & James gave my 1955 DS M3 a CLA plus rebuilt part of the rangefinder and re-skinned it, all in all a great job, its like a new camera now excepting for a few dings that tell of its history and that i like to keep. My only connection is as a very happy customer Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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