Rolleicord Va II - frame counter

[michael_frangos]

Hi

I have just bought this camera and after developing the first film, I noticed uneven spacing between frames. I pulled out the counter and discovered that unfortunately it is damaged.

Does anyone know where I can find a replacement (preferably in EU)?

Regards

Michael

 

[John Seaman]

The gap in the toothed wheel is normal, just one of the teeth is broken off. It's going to be difficult to find a replacement counter, as they will mostly be fitted to cameras. You may be lucky to find one which has been removed by the owner to fit a 16-on counter.

 

You might consider buying a 16-on kit consisting of a 16-on counter and the necessary masks for the finder and film gate, they do come up from time to time. That's if you are happy with 16 6x4.5 pictures per roll.

[michael_frangos]

I have tried to clean the teeth (lol) and “straighten” a couple that had a bent tip Then I put the counter back on the camera and tighten the screw that keeps it in place as much as I could. I’ve run a test-film through. If done carefully, the film advances properly.

But I’m keeping an eye out for a donor camera.

[q.g._de_bakker]

Fabricating a new part is not an option?

[michael_frangos]

Regrettably, not.

[david third]

I believe I have the part from a Rolliecord 5 that I have broken up for spares, if you are still searching let me know and I will send measurements and pictures.It certainly looks good comparing it to your pictures.