If I could, I would get another 5400, but the ones on eBay all require repair of some description. There is a Coolscan IV that is tempting, but I doubt it would stay within budget.
just wait for one that's in good condition
you could also try rangefinderforum, there used to be quite a few sold on there
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If I could, I would get another 5400, but the ones on eBay all require repair of some description. There is a Coolscan IV that is tempting, but I doubt it would stay within budget.