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steed · 10/23/07, 02:09 AM

Here is the one thing that most separates this great camera from other brands: it is a pig to load. Once loaded, however, it is a pure joy to use.

The obvious part: take off the bottom and insert the leader into the slot in the takeup spool
The trick: In order for the film to advance, you must first trim the leader so that the end is thin and tapers gently upwards. Look down into the film chamber after you insert the takeup spool into the camera to make sure that the sprockets engage the perforations in the film.

You will have a ball with this camera (assuming it does not need an overhaul). If you don't you will have no difficulty placing it into a loving home.
Good luck
John W

10/23/07, 02:09 AM	#5 (permalink)
steed Erfahrener Benutzer Join Date: 09/26/02 Posts: 137	Re: How do I find out about what kind of Leica I have? Here is the one thing that most separates this great camera from other brands: it is a pig to load. Once loaded, however, it is a pure joy to use. The obvious part: take off the bottom and insert the leader into the slot in the takeup spool The trick: In order for the film to advance, you must first trim the leader so that the end is thin and tapers gently upwards. Look down into the film chamber after you insert the takeup spool into the camera to make sure that the sprockets engage the perforations in the film. You will have a ball with this camera (assuming it does not need an overhaul). If you don't you will have no difficulty placing it into a loving home. Good luck John W __________________ Mrs. Peel....We're needed.