SCOTFORTHLAD
Slow learner,but keen!
I just took my Fed 3b out off the Classifieds.It is the last of my LTM cameras,and a nice one to boot
Woke up this morning and realised the inevitabile consequence of my FSU addiction,namely that in a few weeks time I would find myself having to replace it,so the obvious thing was to hang on to it and enjoy
" I used to be uncertain,but now 1'm not sure " (well used UK self mockery)
Brian.
Woke up this morning and realised the inevitabile consequence of my FSU addiction,namely that in a few weeks time I would find myself having to replace it,so the obvious thing was to hang on to it and enjoy
" I used to be uncertain,but now 1'm not sure " (well used UK self mockery)
Brian.
SCOTFORTHLAD
Slow learner,but keen!
You know I think you are dead right
That late Fed 2 -- the crossover with the Fed 3a looks interesting
That late Fed 2 -- the crossover with the Fed 3a looks interesting
dryice66
Established
Good for you mate. The FSU rangefinders are a lot of fun and great value to boot. I wouldn't flog my Kiev or Fed...
pesphoto
Veteran
I still do regret selling my Fed 2
SCOTFORTHLAD
Slow learner,but keen!
Thanks for the re-assurances.
It could be worse-- I could be into vintage cars
It could be worse-- I could be into vintage cars
Solinar
Analog Preferred
I have tried ignore the fact that I like the simplicity of the trusty FED 2 and have even given a couple away - but darn it another one will catch my eye and then after a heavy sigh - I give in.
rbiemer
Unabashed Amateur
Brian,
Thank you!
I have a FED 3b somewhat similar to yours but for the fact that mine needs some serious work. So, I had been looking at the one you had for sale...thinking that it would be easier to buy yours and then get mine serviced. Really poor thinking on my part: I don't need another FED3. But now that option is unavailable so I won't have another camera to deal with and will only need to pay for getting the one I already have sorted.
Now if I could get the wind lever from the FED mated to the Zorki 3m body...I'd have a 50 year old Bessa with no meter or frame lines. And like it.
Rob
Thank you!
I have a FED 3b somewhat similar to yours but for the fact that mine needs some serious work. So, I had been looking at the one you had for sale...thinking that it would be easier to buy yours and then get mine serviced. Really poor thinking on my part: I don't need another FED3. But now that option is unavailable so I won't have another camera to deal with and will only need to pay for getting the one I already have sorted.
Now if I could get the wind lever from the FED mated to the Zorki 3m body...I'd have a 50 year old Bessa with no meter or frame lines. And like it.
Rob
TVphotog
Television Grunt
You could try the 4K lever on the 3M. It would be an easier more workable solution. I have not even looked at that yet. I may have to delve into it a bit deeper. I believe that you would have to drill some holes as the 4K advance has some screws coming through the top casing to secure the spring. I will have to compare the two tops. I don't think that they are that different as I had this idea a bit ago and started figuring out how it would work out. Of course the obvious question is why go to all the work when you can just buy a Z4K and get everything you are talking about. I know, the Z3 series is just plain sexier than the lowly Z4K!!!!
rbiemer
Unabashed Amateur
Oh sure, be sensible about it . I will get a 4K for myself, eventually, but I just like the lever itself from the FED3b--it would be a good fit aesthetically with the Z3, I think.
Maybe the thing to do would be to make a lever that would work with the Z4 winding mech. and have the shape/profile of the F3b's lever?
And after this kind of surgery, the resulting Z3M(b) would need to have a good and consistent finish...black enamel, please!
Rob
. I will get a 4K for myself, eventually, but I just like the lever itself from the FED3b--it would be a good fit aesthetically with the Z3, I think. Maybe the thing to do would be to make a lever that would work with the Z4 winding mech. and have the shape/profile of the F3b's lever?
And after this kind of surgery, the resulting Z3M(b) would need to have a good and consistent finish...black enamel, please!
Rob
TVphotog said:
mike goldberg
The Peaceful Pacific
I think the Fed-2, when properly serviced, is a wonderful LTM... and there are so many great lenses around. Personally, I like the Fed-2c with the large mushroom knob. After a CLA, winding will be butter smooth, and one that I have, is quieter than the shutter of my M2! Take care, tho' that R/F alignment is right on at both ends... Infinity and close focus. For those handy with tools, there's a sticky DIY thread in the Russian forum.
Cheers...
Cheers...
Steve Bellayr
Veteran
If you like it keep it! You will use it again!
shadowfox
Darkroom printing lives
Strangely, as much as I like them, I think I'm done with FSU camera GAS.
A black Kiev 4A and a good-looking Fed 2 are all I have and I'm content
A black Kiev 4A and a good-looking Fed 2 are all I have and I'm content
SCOTFORTHLAD
Slow learner,but keen!
rbiemer said:Brian,
Thank you!
I have a FED 3b somewhat similar to yours but for the fact that mine needs some serious work. So, I had been looking at the one you had for sale...thinking that it would be easier to buy yours and then get mine serviced. Really poor thinking on my part: I don't need another FED3. But now that option is unavailable so I won't have another camera to deal with and will only need to pay for getting the one I already have sorted.
Now if I could get the wind lever from the FED mated to the Zorki 3m body...I'd have a 50 year old Bessa with no meter or frame lines. And like it.
Rob
Hi Rob,
Glad to have sort of 'done you a favour'
Hope you get the FED fixed.
Good to hear from you.
Brian.