Recent content by Emanuel Schi

Yeah, its a disaster...

So, was this usuall to have your camera retrofitted? Seems like a big change.

The focus knob is only in meters

Yeah, thats what I also found. Its just that the 12/24 switsch came so much later.

Hello, I have used this Rolleiflex 3.5f the last couple of months. I now switched to a 2.8f and want to sell this one. BUT, I have trouble finding out what type it is. Based of the serialnumber, this should be a Type 1 Model, it also has the EV coupling. The odd thing is, that I can switsch...

Mine is a minimaly better, but I will definetly try the pencil trick. Still haven`t figured out, why I had those light leaks tho.

Hmm, I might need to check that again and maybe add some foam The film back I have only has something I can call "black fur" on the edges.

I have the purpose built 6x17 camera. With the matching film back. The back sits pretty tight.

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Hello everyone, About half a year ago, I bought a used Shen Hao 6x17. Since the beginning, I’ve occasionally had issues with light leaks. Unfortunately, my most recent roll was so badly affected that I really need to find a solution now. I always remove the darkslide completely from the...

I will definetly do that, thanks! I might also go to a watchmaker, I do not dare to hit the rivet with a hammer :D

uff, I think I will stick to glue for now, I do not want to bend my door...

I see – was hoping for a more elegant solution, but glue it is. Thanks a lot for the advice! :)

It sits on top of the leather. Here is a picture of the inside :)

Thanks for the reply Jens! Hmm that could be. Does this cause any light leaks?