Leica R3 Light Leaks

[kerr]

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Hi, I'm a relatively new Leica user - I've just been using the Leica R3, and after getting my film back, it seems I need to re-seal my camera. Though, when I bought it, the seller told me that the light seals had already been replaced right before selling. My question is - does it look like this light leak is coming from the canister window - and if so, can I just tape it up? I've ordered foam seals but I've got a trip coming up and I don't think that they're going to arrive in time. 

Thanks,

Kerr

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[TomB_tx]

Certainly looks like the canister window. I’ve simply taped over all mine with a fitted piece of black vinyl electrical tape.

[kerr]

Perfect, I was hoping it was that - I'll try some tape and hopefully that saves me having to re-seal everything. 

Thanks!

[davidmknoble]

The shutter is horizontal (unlike the M which has a vertical slit) so light leaks would go across the image. Just to rule it out.. I agree it is probably the canister window.