questions on an old rolleiflex

dxphoto

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• Apr 6, 2006

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Hi I just got an old rolleiflex automat 4. I have not got a chance to try some shots yet, but I when I tried to fire shutter I can hear the shutter goes ok, but the button itself returned to it's original place kinda slowly. Is it normal? I thought it should jump out right a way.
also there is a piece of dust in the lense (the lower one). Does it matter?

Thanks.

-D

 

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• Apr 6, 2006

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It is not quite normal. I think you'd better to have the shutter cleaned. The shutter speed may not be correct as well.

 

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• Apr 6, 2006

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Does anyone know a good place to service rolleiflex tlr in Boston area? Thanks.

 

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• Apr 7, 2006

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dxphoto
Before you send it out, you might want try a drop or two of lighter fluid(naptha) on the release button. With older cameras a buildup of old lube can cause that slow return.
I usually use the head of a pin dipped in lighter fluid for an applicator. The point doesn't hold enough.