Frame counter not resetting Leica MP

ericdan

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My frame counter only resets halfway to around frame 25 when reloading the camera.
Normally taking off the bottom plate resets it to -2.
Is there a quick solution for this or does this require repair?

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If swearing at it doesn't work, I suspect it needs to be looked at by a technician -- probably something in the way -- film chip? dirt? goblin?

No way of knowing. But, no -- no easy way to fix it yourself.
 

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I'm not sure if it's possible on an MP, but try removing and re-inserting the take-up spool.

LATER EDIT: It seems the MP is like an M6 regarding the take-up. Maybe try gentle wiggling or pushing or pulling on the take-up.
 
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DAG did a super fast turnaround on mine when this happened last year. Must have been a very easy fix with the correct tools in hand. Leica NJ quoted me 6-8 weeks, DAG turned it around the very same day.
 
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I'll try Leica in Ginza, Tokyo.
They've helped me out with same day service for minor things before.
If that doesn't work then Kanto Camera it is.
 

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Huss said:
That's quick for Leica NJ.
I'm half joking.
Click to expand...

I always double what they say, plus add in an extra week or two for holidays, or the tech having a doctors appt, or needing an oil change, etc.

It must have only taken several minutes to fix.
 
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The frame counter magically started working again the very moment I arrived at Kanto Camera to drop it off for repair.
 

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ericdan said:
The frame counter magically started working again the very moment I arrived at Kanto Camera to drop it off for repair.
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Heh. Well, that's better than having it start working the moment you leave it at the shop and walk out the door.
 
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