Originally posted by MysteryOnion Do you mean that when your hand is about over the pentax name and yet behind the view of the lens that you get a "wonky" reading?
Yes, that. The trim is not missing, but now that I look closely at it, on that side the trim appears to be 1.5-2mm short -- it's a tiny gap but the trim piece on the side seems a tad bit loose too.
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.... Shees... nailed it in one...
I got my eeny flashlight & put it right against the trim line all the way around, & when it gets to that side, Mr Light Meter jumps way up.
Electrical tape? Which could get sticky... but I could put a very thin strip along it, I guess.
I don't wear glasses; I do have an eyecup but don't use it religiously.
Does light coming in there, reach the film? This seems like a stupid question for someone who's been taking pictures this long, but...? Since the meter is otherwise pretty accurate, I'm guessing not, cos it doesn't seem to affect the photos.
And if you have it repaired, is that a major job? Camera repair place starts at about $50 just to say hi...
I'm glad I asked. That was easy. Thank you!