Gabriel M.A.
My Red Dot Glows For You
Over a week ago I dropped my M6 (it was on a table, and somebody grabbed another bag next to it, dragging my bag along and dropped it). Since then, the framelines have been "sticky". If I change lenses, the 35-135 framelines tend to stay on.
If I want the 50-75 or 28-90 framelines to come on if I move the lever or the corresponding lens is mounted, I have to give the body a nice "bump", sometimes a couple of times. I don't want to do this. I've already gotten a quote from DAG and will be sending it, but I just can't imagine being without my M6 for 4 or more weeks (that's how long it typically takes him to do any job).
Has anybody else experienced this problem?
If I want the 50-75 or 28-90 framelines to come on if I move the lever or the corresponding lens is mounted, I have to give the body a nice "bump", sometimes a couple of times. I don't want to do this. I've already gotten a quote from DAG and will be sending it, but I just can't imagine being without my M6 for 4 or more weeks (that's how long it typically takes him to do any job).
Has anybody else experienced this problem?
dcsang
Canadian & Not A Dentist
Eeek..
Gabe, I've never experienced it but how much was the quote from DAG on something like this?
Curious,
Dave
Gabe, I've never experienced it but how much was the quote from DAG on something like this?
Curious,
Dave
Gabriel M.A.
My Red Dot Glows For You
If I recall correctly, it was about $90. I described to him exactly what was going on. I'm thinking of having the flare-free optics installed if I send him my M6, anyway. Might as well if it's making the trip.
Although I have a "method" for working around it (put a finger over the light window), it is very annoying to have the patch flare under certain circumstances in low light conditions.
Although I have a "method" for working around it (put a finger over the light window), it is very annoying to have the patch flare under certain circumstances in low light conditions.
aizan
Veteran
my framelines on the hexar rf were hanging up a bit. with a 50mm on the body, it wouldn't click back completely if you previewed the 28/90 pair. a recent servicing fixed it.
N
Nikon Bob
Guest
Sorry to hear about your experience and I hope you get it corrected by DAG. I was worried abit about air travel with an M and was assured that it met Mil spec and would withstand 100gs. I have to wonder now. Best of luck on your repair and I am sure it will be worth the wait
Bob
Bob
richard_l
Well-known
You need another Leica to keep you company while the M6 is with DAG. Maybe an M3 (flare-proof viewfinder), or a beautiful M2.
jaapv
RFF Sponsoring Member.
There is a difference between gradually applied forces and sudden impact....Nikon Bob said:
Being lauched in the space shuttle would convince you the human body is a pretty sturdy machine, being dropped onto the stone kitchen floor on your head from some height would probably persuade you otherwise
Having banged my M's around for more than thirty years now (and my body for more years than I care to mention :bang: ), I would say a Leica is stronger than the human body.Good luck with your camera, Gabriel, I'm sure it will be as good as new after some slight repair.
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