Servicing Copal Shutters

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Servicing Copal Shutters

Post by Paul Arthur » Tue Nov 27, 2012 10:11 pm Etc/GMT-1+01:00

Hi everyone

I've used a lens that has been in the bag unused for a while, and noticed that the timing on the shutter is all over the place. Anyone know someone who can service a shutter and get it running properly again?

Thanks

Paul

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Re: Servicing Copal Shutters

Post by Charles Twist » Wed Nov 28, 2012 8:58 am Etc/GMT-1+01:00

I use Camserve in Herstmonceux regularly and in the past I've used Black on White in Bristol. Both come recommended.
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Re: Servicing Copal Shutters

Post by Paul Mitchell » Wed Nov 28, 2012 10:38 am Etc/GMT-1+01:00

Paul

If you feel brave enough try using a small amount of lighter fluid on the mechanism located under the front plate, works for me every time.

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Re: Servicing Copal Shutters

Post by Andrew Plume » Fri Nov 30, 2012 5:33 pm Etc/GMT-1+01:00

B on W will be fine with a very modern shutter

however, old Compounds etc and anything maufactured earlier than 20 years ago - forget it, I'm afraid....................

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Re: Servicing Copal Shutters

Post by Joe Wright » Sat Nov 09, 2013 11:08 pm Etc/GMT-1+01:00

Paul Arthur wrote: someone who can service a shutter and get it running properly again?
Hi Paul, who did you go with in the end for this. Need to have a Copal 3 serviced / repaired myself.
Joe

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