M6 frame counter fail to reset? How to fix

[hans voralberg]

My M6 suddenly fail to reset it film counter. Has anyone come across this before and is there any easy fix that wont involve a CLA ?

 

[ZeissFan]

If you remove the baseplate, there's a small tab that controls the frame counter reset. I think it's under the takeup spool. Use a small flashlight, and you'll spot it right away.

 

[FrozenInTime]

If it's not just a sticky leaver, then you have what is a relatively common M6 problem.
It's also happened to one of mine - I believe that the use of a plastic gear near the actual dial is to blame.

 

[Al Kaplan]

After years of shooting M2 bodies I've just gotten used to the increased tension on the wind lever saying "Time To Rewind!" In low light I can barely read the numbers anyway, even with my reading glasses. I doubt that it'd be worth the time and expense of a "repair".

 

[hans voralberg]

Hey thanks guys, found the reset tab at the base plate, it's working again now!