On 4/24/07, Martin Walters <mwalters@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Just got an Oly Ace off Eb*y. The seller has a real camera/video store
> in Toronto. Camera is in very good cosmetic condition and came with
> 35mm and the rarer 80/4 lens, which appear to be in equally good
> condition. However, it has two shutter blades that need attention. One
> is stuck open (can just see the tip) and the other will only move by
> hand (with a removable lens, you can get at both faces). The other 4
> blades operate fine.
>
> The seller didn't mention this fact, which is easy to see with the lens
> off. Now, it's possible that the seller had not examined the shutter
> with the lens off (the release is very small and easily missed).
> The add talked about the shutter working at all speeds, which it does
> (and seems relatively accurate), but that's all.
>
> I have read that leaf shutters can stick (and this one is exposed to the
> elements when the lens is off), but they are repairable. Anyone have any
> suggestions that might help free up the blades? Or, am I likely looking
> at getting the shutter rebuilt, if I want to take pictures?
>
> With everything else in good shape, I'm otherwise satisfied. My reaction
> is to call the seller and ask about the shutter and see what his
> reaction is. Any comments?
Martin, seems to me that your reaction is reasonable. The seller is a
professional camera dealer and as such should be able to examine one
and determine if it's in proper working order. Unless it was sold
with a specific "As Is" clause, s/he should be offered the opportunity
to put it right.
IMO, of course. ;o)
ScottGee1
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