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Servicing Copal Shutters

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

Re: Servicing Copal Shutters

Posted: Wed Nov 28, 2012 8:58 am Etc/GMT-1+01:00
by Charles Twist
I use Camserve in Herstmonceux regularly and in the past I've used Black on White in Bristol. Both come recommended.
Charles

Re: Servicing Copal Shutters

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

Paul

Re: Servicing Copal Shutters

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

regards

andrew

Re: Servicing Copal Shutters

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