Forum: Pentax Medium Format
12-18-2018, 09:42 AM
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IIRC replacing the screen is a service centre job, if you have a preference for a different one it might be an idea to see what Eric might be able to do?
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Forum: Pentax Medium Format
12-03-2018, 04:10 PM
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Old cameras come in kinds of conditions, I've only sent things off for CLA/Repair when they're broken or obviously in a bad way. Disassembling an old camera has risk associated with it (how the workshop deal with this risk is something to consider), personally I'm firmly of the belief not to medal with something that works.
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Forum: Pentax Medium Format
11-20-2018, 03:47 PM
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They're really two different cameras with good & bad points, condition for both is the prime concern, they can both be reliable workhorses. My problem with the Hassie's was they're prone to jamming. Hassie fan's state it's user error that causes the jam - but many seem to carry a screwdriver to un-jam them, I didn't want the aggro of worrying about it so bought a Bronica SQ instead. The Pentax has an instant return mirror, the Hassle doesn't - if this is significant. The batteries for the P67 last a long time and are easy to find (probably a good idea to carry a spare though).
Apart from the meter chain mentioned above, I was told not to let the P67 film advance snap back after winding (guide it back with your thumb). The P67 is a fantastic camera, my only complaint is that I should have bought one much earlier.
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