Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/07/09
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]We purchased one of the early production runs of the M6 in 1985. So far (since 1986) it's been back to Montvale three times for shutter adjustment and rangefinder realignment. Not too bad for shutter speed recalibration for a thirteen year old camera that's used quite a bit; however, the rangefinder realignment problem is a stinker. Also, it still manages to chew up film and tear and damage sprocket holes on the leader unless we are very careful to position the film while loading. Our second-hand M4 (which we bought in 1972) loads like a charm, with *no* problems, and the rangefinder still is flawless. The shutter speed has been recalibrated twice since 1975, and the shutter curtain was replaced (along with the second recalibration) in 1987. Go figure. George George Berger gberger@his.com