Mamiya sekor 135mm

[jvoet]

My TLR Mamiya sekor 135mm has two problems. One: The shutter jams so I have to give it a slight push on the shutter blades from the behind to release it. Two: The blinders kind of curl up as if they stick to each other when I try to close them.

I think the two problems might be connected.

Anyone here who has a diagnose and a solution?

Jvoet

 

[jvoet]

TLR..Mamiya sekor 135 mm

TLR..Mamiya sekor 135 mm

You guys don't talk much. I'll jump the bridge and get on with screwdrivers and isopropanyl alcohol. Must be old grease. Anyone know the good way into that lens?

 

[mtargz]

Sorry, missed the post.

Definitely sounds like old grease. Probably an easy DIY repair, but in the worst case - those shutters (Seiko? At least on my 55 and 105 lenses) are dead-simple for any repairman. I got mine cleaned, and it took the repairman a day or so.

My 105mm's entire front and rear units unscrewed very easily (too easily - it's easier to remove than a filter or friction-fit cap) to access the shutter/aperture. Haven't tried the 55mm though.