[rollei_list] Re: 35SE Film Counter

Stewart,

Isn't the "Toothed Thing" supposed to be moved by the sprockets of the film?

Jerry

Stewart Skelt wrote:

> Hi,
>
> I am new to this group and therefore don't know if this subject comes up
> regularly.
>
> I have recently bought a Rollei 35SE/Sonnar. Everything seems to work
> fine except the film counter on the underside. Looking at the inside of
> the baseplate I can see toothed wheel with which I can turn the counter
> easily with a finger. Looking at the underside of film chamber I can a
> little toothed thing sticking down which looks like its purpose is to
> engage with this wheel to advance the counter. There is also a metal
> prong which looks as if it is a ratchet to stop the counter rewinding
> until the back is removed. Cranking the film advance lever (without a
> film in it) does not seem to make the toothed thing move at all.
>
> Any suggestions as to what might be wrong?
>
> thanks
>
> Stewart

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