Re: [Leica] M3 Rangefinder question

["onetreehillclw" <onetreehillclw@compaq.net>]

I guess it depends on where you were(inside or outside)
looking through the rangefinder window. Both my M3's
are very bright inside even with a dim lightning. Looking
outside in the sun, it may seem dimmer sometimes.
Or the mirrors in the rangefinder may be bad. Not a
cheap  repair if that's the problem. I'm not really sure what causes the
rangefinder to get dim.

Chris Williams

- ----- Original Message -----
From: "Tony Salce" <NadinaTony@bigpond.com>
To: <leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us>
Sent: Monday, June 04, 2001 8:51 AM
Subject: [Leica] M3 Rangefinder question


> Please excuse the ignorance of my question here, but I was looking at an
M3
> today with a view to purchasing it. It appeared to be in immaculate
> condition. How do I know if the rangefinder ( if that is the correct
> expression ) is ok ? It does not appear to be that bright. How bright
should
> it be ? Assuming the camera has seen little would it be odd that the
> rangefinder is not in good condition ?
>
> Your replies would be appreciated.
>
> Kind Regards,
>
> Tony Salce
>