How do I know if the meter is not working properly?

"Chris Loffredo" wrote in message
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Brent wrote:

Someone has one for sale and I'm thinking of buying it. The model is
6825306. Anyone know the year of that one?



The year is 1968.
Great camera! Despite a few ergonomic quirks, it really is a joy to use.

The meter will probably need some work and the sometimes sticking mirror
is likely caused by a decomposing foam baffle. Replacing the baffle is
DIY job, and even CLA-ing the Photomic could be (if you're mechanically
competent - also several web pages explain how to).

A slight crinkling of the shutter curtains is no problem: Mine looks
like it was hit by a bullet, but the speeds are perfect (well as good as
the F can be...)

Apart from the meter and the foam, there isn't much that can go wrong on
these cameras.

Chris