Rollei TLR CLA advice

[mjc]

Hello everyone,

I need to get a CLA for my Rollei 2.8C. While I’m aware of well-known services like Harry Fleenor, his rates might be on the higher side. I believe KEH also offers CLA services.

I’d appreciate any advice from forum members. Specifically, who have you used recently, and what was your experience? Any information on pricing and turnaround time would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Retro-Grouch]

I can't offer any advice on Rollei service, since I've not had the occasion to have any done. However, some general principles apply; a good, reputable, established shop should have no trouble doing a CLA on most cameras. And a Rollei is not an overly complicated design, in addition to having been around a long time. You should be able to have the work done more quickly and less expensively if you forego the "superstars" who have made a name for themselves repairing specific high-end brands.
Eric at DW Photo/Rolleiflex USA is the go-to expert on all things Rollei (and a great guy). He recommends, in addition to Harry Fleenor, Pro Photo DC in Washington, DC. I'd check them out first:

repairs@prophotodc.com
202-223-1292

 

[Rob-F]

Consider also Jimmy Koh. I have bought a used Rollei, CLA'd by Jimmy, from Jimmy, and it's perfect.

 

[Rayt]

Barn Owl Cameras – Film Camera Repair and services. Specializing in Rolleiflex and Hasselblad

barnowlcameras.net

Reasonably priced expert service. Barn owl serviced my SWC, 2000FC, and 2.8A

 

[raydm6]

Although I have never used his services, Dan Daniel has a good rep:

Overhauls & Repairs | Dan Daniel Cameras

Overhaul and repair of twin lens reflex film cameras- Rolleiflex, Rolleicord, Autocord. Replacement Autocord focus lever, Kodak Medalist 120 conversion, 35mm rangefinder service, custom fabrication

www.dandanielcameras.com

Dan Daniel, TLR maestro

I just wanted to post about my gratitude for Dan. Because of his thoughtful and patient advice, and excellent skills, these three rehabbed, reliable beauties will soon be in the hands of some of my advanced HS students. Thanks Dan. You're one of the ones who makes this community great. -Andrew

www.photrio.com

 

[JSteed#2]

Harry Fleenor in California.

 

[wlewisiii]

I haven't used him but know several very happy customers:

ZeissIkonRolleiRepair.com

Mark Hansen Camera Repair, Classic Camera Repair, Repairs of old cameras

www.zeissikonrolleirepair.com

Main catch is he has several models he won't work on.

 

[JSteed#2]

Harry will work the 2.8c

 

[Bingley]

I’ve used Harry Fleenor to overhaul my Rolleicord Vb and repair and CLA a Rollei 35S and 35SE. Yes, he’s expensive, but he does a really thorough job and his repairs last.

 

[Pioneer]

Last time I had a CLA done on a Rollei it was done by Harry. That was over 10 years ago and it was on an MX-EVS Automat with a Tessar. It is still working well so I guess he knew what he was doing. I have a newly purchased 3.5F Planar that seems to work just fine so far, but if it needs anything done I'll probably give him a call. But Mark at Zeissikonrolleirepair does really good work as well so if Harry is busy I wouldn't hesitate to contact him either.