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Nparsons13
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Posted on Monday, June 13, 2011 - 09:14 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Moderator/Admin only)

I have the opportunity to pick up a Retina IIIc in fair to good condition at a very low price. Its shutter doesn't cock, but I figure that's likely a stripped cocking rack.

My question is about its front viewfinder glass, which is described as "cracked in two places." Does anyone know if that is a flat piece of glass, or is it a ground lens? If a ground lens, what are the chances of my being able to find a replacement?
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Chris_sherlock
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Posted on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 - 12:37 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Moderator/Admin only)

G'day Nparsons13, the front glass is just glass, and is fixed to the inside of the top cover.

Regards, Chris
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Nparsons13
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Posted on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 - 06:40 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Moderator/Admin only)

Ah, great news. I can replace it fairly easily then. Thanks, Chris!

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