(SOLD) Konica S2, EX+, New Seals, Case, Filter

[Brian]

I've got too many cameras that are just too nice to sit on a shelf. These are NOT going on Ebay, and I do not need the "last dollar on them". I've read on RFF that Konica S2 prices have gone insane.

This is an EX+ (almost mint-) Konica S2 with original Leather Case, Filter, front cap, and Xerox copy of the manual. You should read it: reminded me that the Self Timer only works on "X" and the lowest shutter speeds are not available on Auto. No Battery! I tested the meter with one of my good PX-625. If you use a 1.5v battery, set the ASA selector down about 2/3rds of a Stop. Battery is NOT required for operation.

I replaced the foam seals. They were like TAR. I used foam rubber, thicker than the original. I use it in all my cameras, works great, a little "springier" than the original. Back stays well-latched.

the VF/RF is clean -I cleaned it-. The meter works, flash sync works, self-timer works, shutter speeds all sound good. I have used this camera, it is in good working order.

The shutter speed ring is a little stiff as it is on Most S2's. It can be moved to all speeds without problem. 1/500th required more force, as I believe it sets an extra spring. When I got the camera, the ring was very stiff and I cleaned gunk out from under it.

PRICE: $90 shipped within the US via priority mail, $110 shipped overseas via global priority. I figure the "base price" as $80 plus shipping. That's about what you would pay for a CLA on a camera like this. This S2 does not need a CLA anymore...

More Photo's here:
http://www.ziforums.com/album.php?albumid=119

I did not pay full price for it, neither will you!
http://www.ziforums.com/picture.php?albumid=119&pictureid=1062

http://www.ziforums.com/picture.php?albumid=119&pictureid=1063

Meter Needle (white) works properly, Auto works properly. REMOVE battery when not in use to Save Power.

http://www.ziforums.com/picture.php?albumid=119&pictureid=1060

http://www.ziforums.com/picture.php?albumid=119&pictureid=1061

http://www.ziforums.com/picture.php?albumid=119&pictureid=1059

Indoor shot is wide-open.

http://www.ziforums.com/picture.php?albumid=119&pictureid=1052


Outdoor Shot is on Auto.
http://www.ziforums.com/picture.php?albumid=119&pictureid=1053

[digitalintrigue]

My first 'real camera when I was about 12 or 13. ;) That one looks very nice.

[Brian]

My first real camera is the Minolta Hi-Matic 9, bought when I was 11. I still have it. The lens is as good as the Konica, and I plan on using it more. Today I had the Yashica Lynx 14e out. The electronic meter works after fixing a solder joint. I also gave it new seals when I did this Konica.

[ray*j*gun]

Brian,

I sent you a pm on this.

Thanks.

Ray

[Brian]

Ray- got the PM, camera is on hold for you.

[ray*j*gun]

Emailed you to confirm purchase.

Ray

[Brian]

Sold to Ray! Emailed you back.

I'll be doing some packing this weekend.

[fljaweiu]

Well, it doesn't feel right to me, either. The rope solution did not work. Engine is way to heavy. Maybe I need to go to the gym first ; )