Valleyboy
Newbie
Hi all, long-time reader, first-time poster here.
I've got a Canonet QL17 GIII just acquired. Still shooting my first roll through it, but in the last few days the focusing ring has been getting increasingly stiff/gritty. I don't expect or need it to be loosy goosy, but it's getting to the point where being able to fine-tune focus is almost impossible.
Should I try a bit of lighter fluid/other type of lube in the ring? Is it possible that other mechanisms like the rangefinder could be the source? (as the focus operates the rangefinder)
Have never done repairs on these, any help is appreciated
I've got a Canonet QL17 GIII just acquired. Still shooting my first roll through it, but in the last few days the focusing ring has been getting increasingly stiff/gritty. I don't expect or need it to be loosy goosy, but it's getting to the point where being able to fine-tune focus is almost impossible.
Should I try a bit of lighter fluid/other type of lube in the ring? Is it possible that other mechanisms like the rangefinder could be the source? (as the focus operates the rangefinder)
Have never done repairs on these, any help is appreciated
