bobby_novatron
Photon Collector
Hello everyone,
I apologize in advance if this question has been flogged 1000x before, but my Bessa R3A needs some first-aid.
I have tried to contact Mr Gandy at CameraQuest via email but he hasn't gotten back to me. So I'm looking for a shop (preferably located in N. America) that works on Bessa cameras.
My specific problem is this: in attempting to 'fix' the vertical adjustment of the rangefinder mechanism (it was off a hair, and that bugged me) I royally screwed up the mechanism inside the housing.
The rangefinder mechanism isn't broken, it's just impossible for me to set properly now. I think it's also gummed up and needs a cleaning.
If anyone has any suggestions I would sincerely appreciate it.
Regards,
Bobby
I apologize in advance if this question has been flogged 1000x before, but my Bessa R3A needs some first-aid.
I have tried to contact Mr Gandy at CameraQuest via email but he hasn't gotten back to me. So I'm looking for a shop (preferably located in N. America) that works on Bessa cameras.
My specific problem is this: in attempting to 'fix' the vertical adjustment of the rangefinder mechanism (it was off a hair, and that bugged me) I royally screwed up the mechanism inside the housing.
The rangefinder mechanism isn't broken, it's just impossible for me to set properly now. I think it's also gummed up and needs a cleaning.
If anyone has any suggestions I would sincerely appreciate it.
Regards,
Bobby
ray*j*gun
Veteran
Essex Camera in New Jersey has done good work for me on a number of cameras even an old Bessa I folder. There is also Youxin Ye and of course Don Goldberg as well as Sherry Krauter. Essex and Youxin are pretty fast Don and Sherry take some time.
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bobby_novatron
Photon Collector
Excellent info, ray*j*gun ... I will follow those leads. Thanks again for your help!
Leigh Youdale
Well-known
He's usually very prompt, so I expect he's actually in Japan previewing the new R5-D.
rbiemer
Unabashed Amateur
If Stephen is not available, I'd suggest contacting Rich Pinto at Photovillage.
I had some work done on my R2A by them and it was quick and not too pricey.
Rob
I had some work done on my R2A by them and it was quick and not too pricey.
Rob
RZetter
Member
That's just evil. You raised my hopes for a second, and when reality hit me they got crushed again.
Bingley
Veteran
It's my understanding that Youxin Ye only works on Leicas. I don't know whether Don or Sherry will work on a CV. Best bet probably is to follow up w/ the Head Bartender first.