Rolleiflex 2.8C Shutter Guard Concern

[OneJohnFourTwelve]

Hello,
I'm about to purchase a Rolleiflex 2.8C that I think is in a very good condition. I'm a little reluctant because of what I've read about the shutter/flash socket locks being prone to breakage. May I ask, will I still be able to lock and unlock the shutter button if the plastic part of the guard fails? I fear it might be near impossible to find a replacement part, what would be the alternatives? I've asked ChatGPT and those AI agents these questions and I could never seem to believe them. I'm hoping for some human touch in my quest for answers that might help in my decision. Thanks!

 

[Freakscene]

Hello,
I'm about to purchase a Rolleiflex 2.8C that I think is in a very good condition. I'm a little reluctant because of what I've read about the shutter/flash socket locks being prone to breakage. May I ask, will I still be able to lock and unlock the shutter button if the plastic part of the guard fails? I fear it might be near impossible to find a replacement part, what would be the alternatives? I've asked ChatGPT and those AI agents these questions and I could never seem to believe them. I'm hoping for some human touch in my quest for answers that might help in my decision. Thanks!

My user* Rollei is a 2.8C with the Xenotar and 10 blade shutter. The metal parts from other Rolleis can be fitted to the 2.8C. If the plastic fails you can unlock the shutter with pliers. I never locked the shutter button and just put the camera away without winding on/cocking the shutter.

*I used it a lot in the 2000s but haven’t run a film through it in over 10 years.

 

[monopix]

I had a 2.8c which, before I acquired it, had been dropped and misused. The plastic parts were good. I rebuilt the camera and used it for years without any issues. I think you're worrying too much.

 

[OneJohnFourTwelve]

@Freakscene and @monopix, thanks for sharing your thoughts. Viewed the camera today, and I've decided not to get it. There were a couple of very noticeable particles inside the lens, and what looked like rust on the aperture blades. For the price ($1200), I thought I should not have to get it CLA'd. My search continues.