To help simplify the restoration process Camera 91 offers 3 main services that cover a wide variety of cameras. Specific repairs are available; however, the main goal is to perform specific repairs within one of the three main services offered. That way a variety of work can be done once without the need for the camera to be seen multiple times for potential faults.
1. Basic Service $100
The Basic Service involves removing the old light seal material from your camera. Instead of foam, Cotton Fiber is used which never deteriorates of molds. Foam is used only where necessary, such as the mirror bumper. Because better materials are being used, Camera 91 offers a lifetime guarantee on light seals for any camera serviced. Services included in addition to resealing are:
-Test shutter speeds
-Test and/or replace battery
-Full exterior cleaning
-Reconditioning of cameras leatherette
-Replace Mirror Bumper
What Cameras qualify for this service?
-Almost all SLR's. Even non SLR's like many rangefinders. So long as it has a hinged back it can be resealed and restored.
2. Intermediate Service
The Intermediate Service is a more involved process that removes the top of the camera to access and clean internal components. Dust, debris, and even mold manage to ingress deep into the camera and collect on important surfaces like the viewfinder and focusing screen. These pollutants create a haze when looking through the camera making it difficult to see your subject. If your camera is especially filthy on the outside and in the viewfinder, but is otherwise functional, this may be the service for you.
What Cameras qualify for this service?
-Pentax, Nikon, Canon, Olympus, Konica, and Minolta SLR's made before 1985. Cameras such as Pentax K1000's, ME Supers. CanonA-1, AE-1 and Ae-1 PROGRAM. Nikon F2's and F3's.
-If you are unsure if your camera qualifies for this service, use the contact page to ask and get a direct answer.
3. Advanced Service $250
The Advanced service is a deconstruction of the camera that separates the mirror box from the main body and Cleans, Relubricates, and Adjusts the moving parts of the camera. It can also be referred to as a CLA service. It's a very long process that is extremely beneficial for most cameras, but in particular fully mechanical cameras like Pentax K1000's. Cameras that rely on electronics for operation, like Pentax ME Super's, can also benefit greatly. If your camera is not firing correctly, seems to have ceased operating entirely, it is time for an Advanced Service.
What Cameras qualify for this service?
-Because of how involved and intricate this service is only specific cameras are compatible with this service. They include:
-PENTAX SPOTMATIC's
-PENTAX K1000
-PENTAX ME Super
