Matlock Posted December 2, 2015 Share #161 Posted December 2, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) I have recently acquired a nearly mint M5. I too have fitted it out with a Mr Zhou half case but with a redundant Leica Ultravid strap that I had to hand. At present I am using a Summarit f2.5 35mm lens. My coat pockets are a little too small for this combination. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Abram Posted March 9, 2016 Share #162 Posted March 9, 2016 I've got an M5 coming in today (hopefully)! I have long been intrigued by them, and I managed to land a pretty solid deal on a 3-lug (provided it works of course, which I'm hopeful that it does). I plan to mostly use my 50mm and 90mm lenses on here, maybe the occasional 35mm usage when I take it off my MP (which is almost never). Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abram Posted March 9, 2016 Share #163 Posted March 9, 2016 Well that was quick! It arrived safe and sound. I cleaned it up this afternoon and from what I can tell it's in great shape. I'll test the meter out later when I get my batter adapter. It feels slightly rough on the film wind (compared to my MP) but I imagine a good tune-up from DAG or Sherry K would make it good as new. Overall I'm quite pleased with it and looking forward to using the Leica everyone loves to hate on Leica M5 - The "unloved" Leica by Abram Goglanian, on Flickr 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Posted March 13, 2016 Share #164 Posted March 13, 2016 Have a questions about the rangefinder patch on my M5. There are numerous short, fine streaks/markings that run from the outer edges of all four sides of the patch. They extend approximately 30% of the way across the patch with the center portion of the patch being completely clear of any markings. It in no way interferes with use of the rangefinder. I am just wondering if this phenomenon is normal for these cameras. I have had the camera for a number of months 5 or 6. The markings do not seem to be getting any worse. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abram Posted March 13, 2016 Share #165 Posted March 13, 2016 It's probably the rangefinder patch starting to decement, it seems like mine is doing the same thing. It may worsen over time, I talked to Sherry K about a tuneup today and she can take care of it (and the whole camera!) Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Posted March 13, 2016 Share #166 Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) Thanks for the response. It is good to hear it is something that can be corrected. I have become pretty attached to the M5. The only constant aggravation is the two lugs on one end. I sprung for a, second, three lugger. When I first started looking at M5s, about a year ago, you could get three of them for the price of a TTL M6. Now it seems like it is down to two. I think the word is getting out. Edited March 13, 2016 by Wayne Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Geschlecht Posted March 14, 2016 Share #167 Posted March 14, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hello Wayne, When the M5 went from 2 lugs to 3 lugs Leitz offered an updating program to add the 3rd lug to earlier 2 lug models. Best Regards, Michael Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Posted March 14, 2016 Share #168 Posted March 14, 2016 Thanks for that. It is surprising that more did not go for the modification. In looking at the M5 cameras for sale, it seems there are 9 two lug cameras for every one three lug model. I considered just buying a Luigi case and strap for my two lug camera, but stumbled across a great deal on the three lug for about 20% more than the case and strap. It was a pretty easy decision at that point. But both the two lug and three lug are black..................now I guess I need a sliver M5. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abram Posted March 16, 2016 Share #169 Posted March 16, 2016 I actually like the way the camera hangs when using the two side lugs rather than the uneven use of the horizontal lugs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matlock Posted March 16, 2016 Share #170 Posted March 16, 2016 I actually like the way the camera hangs when using the two side lugs rather than the uneven use of the horizontal lugs. I searched long and hard for a 3 lug M5. In the end I found that I, too, like the 2 lug version. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M9reno Posted March 16, 2016 Share #171 Posted March 16, 2016 I really enjoy the two lugs. Makes it simple to carry the camera unobtrusively on your side under a jacket. And I like having no interference from lug or strap under my right hand when releasing the shutter. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin_d Posted August 19, 2016 Share #172 Posted August 19, 2016 After loving my M5 I was coerced into large format and traded her in. I still have large format gear but recently I bought an M3 for a fair price (1 owner, originally bought in Hamburg 1955) and for a lens I had to buy an IIIf with a Summitar lens in very good condition. I've recently lashed out and gone to the dark side getting an ME while still loving film as well. Of all the 35mm cameras I've owned, including the Pentax Mzn, Olympus trip, Nikon F3, and Leicas the M5 still holds a very special place in my camera heart. Easily the most superior ergonomic body to be held and used up to the eye, and the two lug always got lots of admirers. When I read this post it gives me an urge to find another M5, but domestic peace would not survive it so I have to just look and weep. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sl2frank Posted September 29, 2016 Share #173 Posted September 29, 2016 :: Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! :: 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! :: ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/84399-i-love-my-m5/?do=findComment&comment=3120720'>More sharing options...
colint544 Posted October 18, 2016 Share #174 Posted October 18, 2016 One more shot of my cherished 1975 50th anniversary M5. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/84399-i-love-my-m5/?do=findComment&comment=3130945'>More sharing options...
ktmrider2 Posted October 25, 2016 Share #175 Posted October 25, 2016 I finally got my black M5 from Sherry Krauter. She had a medical problem which she is now over. I had her install the third lug and recover the M5 I shot with in July. The M5 and I are headed to the Philippines in a couple days along with HP5 and a 35/90 combo. I just sold my M9 and returning to film. My present film M's consist of a M5 (which I am still getting to know) and a 1959 M2. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NB23 Posted October 25, 2016 Share #176 Posted October 25, 2016 The M5 is a masterpiece. I don't accept to live without owning one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktmrider2 Posted November 15, 2016 Share #177 Posted November 15, 2016 I am finishing up a trip to the Philippines and have the M5 with 35/90 lens along with a lot of HP5. I did not shoot as much as I thought I would be did enjoy the handling of the M5. Although the tropics calls for color, I have only shot b&w in the M5. Tied with the 35f1.2 Nokton, you could easily use it as a weapon. It is heavy but balances well. I think a slightly smaller lens on the camera might help a lot so the 50 Summicron will be the primary lens for an upcoming trip to Mexico. I sold my M9 just before leaving for the Philippines. It was my last digital camera and for color digital still rocks. So I purchased a Fuji X70 since I had the original X100 and really liked it. The technology of forty plus years in photography is obvious. If push came to shove, I would leave the X70 at home but for something lighter I would be tempted by my M2. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktmrider2 Posted January 2, 2017 Share #178 Posted January 2, 2017 Well, the M5 is growing on me more and more. I just returned from two weeks in Mexico and the M5 was the Leica of choice loaded with HP5. I acquired a mint black 50f1.5 Nokton ASPH a couple of days before leaving and it lived on the M5. It is actually lighter then my chrome 50 Summicron, looks great on the M5 and gives me one more stop. Now, I just have to leave the Fuji X70 at home and return 100 percent to film. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adelie Posted January 4, 2017 Share #179 Posted January 4, 2017 Here is a photo of my recently CLA'd M5 from Sherry Krauter at Golden Touch. I have the Zeiss Biogon 25 mm lens on the M5 with a MetraStar light meter which goes with me everywhere. Best Leica M ever made!!! - no question. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/84399-i-love-my-m5/?do=findComment&comment=3179020'>More sharing options...
coelacanth Posted February 2, 2017 Share #180 Posted February 2, 2017 Love this beast. 11 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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