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Ricoh 35L Focussing problem
Old 10-17-2008   #1
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Ricoh 35L Focussing problem

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I'm afraid that the rangefinder of my camera is out of work or need an adjustment as when I turn the focus ring the double image in the lozenge did not move at all. Does anyone know anything about this camera please ?
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Old 10-20-2008   #2
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Hello,
I'm afraid that the rangefinder of my camera is out of work or need an adjustment as when I turn the focus ring the double image in the lozenge did not move at all. Does anyone know anything about this camera please ?
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Not specifically, but that particular problem (in other vintage rangefinders) is usually due to old hardened lubricant in cameras that have been in storage for a while and have not been used. Basically, the armature/linkage controlling the mirror, or the mirror itself, gets glued into position. In a few cameras it can be due to rust. Any signs of water damage?

Another possiblility is that the pin the ring controls has been sheared.

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