Vitessa repair

[imush]

I picked up a Voigtlander Vitessa L at a yard sale with a reasonably clean-looking Ultron 50mm/f2. I would like to try and use it. Everything seems to work, except the rangefinder; I think I can see a faint second image but it does not stir as you move the rangefinder wheel.

Would anyone recommend a reputable person who can fix and calibrate the rangefinder for a reasonable price in NYC (or by mail)? Perhaps the lens would like some cleaning on the inside too.

 

[robin a]

Try Eddy Smolov 1-347-922-7275,he's done work for me and it was top notch and reasonable.He's in Brooklynn................Robin

 

[FallisPhoto]

I picked up a Voigtlander Vitessa L at a yard sale with a reasonably clean-looking Ultron 50mm/f2. I would like to try and use it. Everything seems to work, except the rangefinder; I think I can see a faint second image but it does not stir as you move the rangefinder wheel.

Would anyone recommend a reputable person who can fix and calibrate the rangefinder for a reasonable price in NYC (or by mail)? Perhaps the lens would like some cleaning on the inside too.

Not far from you at all is Essex Camera, in New Jersey. They have established a reputation over the years for doing exceptionally good work at reasonable prices. If I couldn't work on them myself, it is one of only three places I would consider sending one of my babies (Chris Sherlock, Mark Hama, and Essex). http://www.essexcamera.com/

 

[imush]

In the end Essex did a good job. A great camera, here are some photos:

and more...

 

[wlewisiii]

Saw the thread & was going to mention Eddie & Essex. 😀

Either would do you well.

William

 

[imush]

I guess I must mention that Eddie tried to fix the broken rangefinder part and was not successful.

Essex did an excellent job, though. I also know that Mark Hama is very good, but his turnaround time is unpredictable and can stretch into months.

 

[simonSE15]

enjoy your Vitessa imush, it really is a thing of beauty! 🙂

 

[FallisPhoto]

I also know that Mark Hama is very good, but his turnaround time is unpredictable and can stretch into months.

True, but I have about 100 cameras and don't mind waiting.