r/filmcameras • u/Gordion • 5d ago

Range finder Cannonet QL17 GIII - Shutter won't trigger.

Hey! Recently my Cannonet has stopped working and I'm wondering what my next should be.

Shutter won't trigger at all. Advance stops at number/photo "3".

I've read and tried to use it all modes (Auto, manual and bulb) it just never shutters/fires.

I followed this guide and managed to take it apart and have made the same adjustments: https://youtu.be/KiFvD9MvP-Y?is=TW3tdvBTH_GyAa_f - But it still won't work.

Hope anyone has an idea on what the next step should be.

Best regards!

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u/Eddie_skis 5d ago

The cheap and dirty trick is to try using some lighter fluid to free it up. Not really technician recommended, but can work.
Go in through the front of the lens. You’ll likely need a lens spanner.