CLA for Konica Pearl III folder?

gijsbert

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Hi,
I've bought a Konica Pearl III (645), but unfortunately the shutter is sticky, ie it often doesn't fire and sometimes stays open. It has a Seikosha MX shutter with helical unit focusing.
I can return it but I do like the camera so I am considering sending it for a CLA. I've never had one done, so I am wondering:
  • what ballpark cost would a shutter CLA be (assuming nothing is broken and the shutter just needs cleaning)?
  • do I need to find a repair person specifically for these cameras or could any repair shop do it?
  • do you have any suggestions who I could contact in north america (I'm in Montreal)?

Thanks!
Gijsbert

PS Here is a picture of the camera:

And one for size reference:

Btw I love the GA645wi, the grip feels great and it's easy to use in landscape (ie rotated), the Pearl is almost too small in usage, but it takes a lot less space in bags!
 

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