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Ropuchy · 03-18-2019, 04:05 PM

I've got 2 film SLRs, a K1000 SE with brown leatherette and a Nikon FE.

The K1000 seems to be fine mechanically, but the leatherette is starting to peel, the paint is chipping off on the trim, and the foam seals around the back are disintegrating.

The Nikon FE seems to be working fine and is in good cosmetic condition, but I see a bunch of debris when looking through the viewfinder and one of the mirror retention hand/arms is somehow stuck underneath the mirror...

Anyhow, I'd like to get these things fixed and to know if there are other problems with the cameras, but I'm unsure of my options for this sort of thing.

I live somewhat near a National Camera Exchange, who do offer repairs and servicing on DSLRs and SLRs. Are they a good option, or should I look elsewhere?

lithedreamer · 03-18-2019, 04:15 PM - **1 Like**

I’ve been having a good experience with Advance Camera so far.

Ropuchy · 03-18-2019, 04:21 PM

Originally posted by lithedreamer

I’ve been having a good experience with Advance Camera so far.

Alright, I'll look into them. Thanks!

Adam · 03-18-2019, 04:22 PM - **2 Likes**

See this sticky:

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Ropuchy · 03-18-2019, 04:31 PM

Originally posted by Adam

See this sticky:

Pentax Repair Facilities (Wordwide listing) - PentaxForums.com

Thank you for the link!

03-18-2019, 04:05 PM	#1
Ropuchy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Photos: Albums Posts: 206	What's a good place to get a film SLR serviced? I've got 2 film SLRs, a K1000 SE with brown leatherette and a Nikon FE. The K1000 seems to be fine mechanically, but the leatherette is starting to peel, the paint is chipping off on the trim, and the foam seals around the back are disintegrating. The Nikon FE seems to be working fine and is in good cosmetic condition, but I see a bunch of debris when looking through the viewfinder and one of the mirror retention hand/arms is somehow stuck underneath the mirror... Anyhow, I'd like to get these things fixed and to know if there are other problems with the cameras, but I'm unsure of my options for this sort of thing. I live somewhat near a National Camera Exchange, who do offer repairs and servicing on DSLRs and SLRs. Are they a good option, or should I look elsewhere?

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03-18-2019, 04:15 PM - 1 Like	#2
lithedreamer Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,743	I’ve been having a good experience with Advance Camera so far.

03-18-2019, 04:21 PM	#3
Ropuchy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Photos: Albums Posts: 206 Original Poster	Originally posted by lithedreamer I’ve been having a good experience with Advance Camera so far. Alright, I'll look into them. Thanks!

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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 49,786	See this sticky: Pentax Repair Facilities (Wordwide listing) - PentaxForums.com Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

03-18-2019, 04:31 PM	#5
Ropuchy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Photos: Albums Posts: 206 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam See this sticky: Pentax Repair Facilities (Wordwide listing) - PentaxForums.com Thank you for the link!

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