Leica M6 1 second

[Dan95]

Hi.

Is it normal for leicas, particularly the m6,the 2nd curtain moves a wee bit faster than the 1st curtain (only noticeable when doing 1 second exposures)? I can see it moving in gradually for a few miliseconds, then the thing fully closes. Video up tomorrow!

 

[awilder]

If you mean the 2nd curtain starts to enter the film gate shortly before it closes, that's commonly seen where the shutter could use a little service. However, if all speed are good and it only occurs occurs for a very short time before closing, I wouldn't bother correcting it until the camera needs more service for other items, as it's unlikely to affect the image.

 

[Dan95]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrYaxsvwvcc&feature=youtu.be

Visual Aid.

 

[nobbylon]

looks fine to me. A few of my M's do this. You'll never see any effect to pics.
I just checked both my M6's, one just back from CLA and they both do it.

 

[Dan95]

Phew. Glad its common. Im planning to sell the bugger for a MP. Anyone with a MP wanting a M6 + some extra cash ?

 

[nobbylon]

Not me, just replaced the one I sold a few years ago! That's a titanium isn't it? You'll get good money for that so you shouldn't have to add too much cash.

 

[Dan95]

Not me, just replaced the one I sold a few years ago! That's a titanium isn't it? You'll get good money for that so you shouldn't have to add too much cash.

Shucks.. Im going to London soon, planning to get a black MP. Bought it new off ebay, the M6 Titanium. Its my dad's first leica

 

[Pablito]

what a bizarre video

 

[nobbylon]

what a bizarre video

I don't see why, a member asking for help with the aid of a video to explain exactly what he was talking about. Using the tools available to him got an answer. Where's the problem in that?

 

[Dan95]

Tested a MP Demo at the local Leica Centre here in Malaysia. Their display MP also has the one second thingamajig!