W-Nikkor 3.5cm mis-aligned apertures

[underlord]

Having just taken delivery of a fine looking w-Nikkor 3.5cm f3.5 for my Nikon S2 I was dissapointed to discover the aperture markings don't line up. They are off just a tad, so f3.5 sits at the f4 mark and so on. I am pretty sure there is an easy fix for this. Whilst I am no lens guru, I have in the past been able to rectify small problems with rangefinder lenses. Any thoughts on how I might go about sorting out this little problem?

 

[mikemc_photo]

Remove the front lens group, I believe a stopper and spanner both are needed..IF I remember this lens, you have 3 pins that locate the cup to the ring.The reason should be evident when open, is the ring smooth or dry?

 

[underlord]

Thanks for answering Mike.The ring is smooth and all seems well with the click stops. I could live with it but it is kinda annoying.

 

[VinceC]

I haven't owned this type of lens, but other Nikkors can have similar misalignment due to the way the front elements are screwed into place, sometimes without a set screw.

 

[mikemc_photo]

Thanks for answering Mike.The ring is smooth and all seems well with the click stops. I could live with it but it is kinda annoying.

shoot a test roll, check if the exposure changes correctly...then you know if you want to mess with it

 

[underlord]

Nice one. Will do.