BretonBkk Posted September 6, 2012 Share #1 Posted September 6, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) Just wondering if a number of people had the strap eyelet of their camera coming off. It's very unpleasant has your really risk loosing your tool! Leitz should probably look into a more secure assemblage. 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! 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/187357-m9-strap-eyelets/?do=findComment&comment=2106397'>More sharing options...
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jaapv Posted September 6, 2012 Share #2 Posted September 6, 2012 it has happened once or twice before on the M8. Never seen it on an M9. Quick - guaranty repair. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikonJeff Posted September 6, 2012 Share #3 Posted September 6, 2012 Boy is that unnerving... It doesn't even look like the threads are damaged from the photo and no Loctite visible... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill W Posted September 6, 2012 Share #4 Posted September 6, 2012 I have had a number of M bodies but never seen this. It appears that the eyelet failed since the threads appear to be still good. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
digitalpowershot Posted September 6, 2012 Share #5 Posted September 6, 2012 OMG!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted September 6, 2012 Share #6 Posted September 6, 2012 I remember somone posting this earlier this year. I'm sure it was an M9... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
250swb Posted September 6, 2012 Share #7 Posted September 6, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) I don't think the design of the eyelets is particularly strong on any M camera. That is why I always say don't use a wrist strap that puts not only all the weight, but also a lot of twisting torque on one eyelet, not spreading just the weight 50/50 between two. First time I've seen it on an M9 though. Steve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted September 6, 2012 Share #8 Posted September 6, 2012 Is that really how they are held on these days...?? Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
earleygallery Posted September 6, 2012 Share #9 Posted September 6, 2012 How are they fixed on an M2 or a lllf? I use both of these cameras with wrist straps, neck straps and a finger loop thingy, and have done for some years, no problems to date. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgenper Posted September 6, 2012 Share #10 Posted September 6, 2012 How are they fixed on an M2 or a lllf? I use both of these cameras with wrist straps, neck straps and a finger loop thingy, and have done for some years, no problems to date. IIRC, the eyelets then were just a special kind of rivets that were put through holes in the body and flattened out on the inside with special tools that were inserted in the film chamber or (after getting the take-up spool assembly out) the ´take-up chamber´. I did have some of them come loose to the extent that they could be turned around (never actually fell off), and the local technician fixed them more or less on the spot. The design in the photo here looks far more precarious; the size of those screws seem more fit for a watch movement than for carrying more than a kilogram of valuables around one´s neck... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikonJeff Posted September 6, 2012 Share #11 Posted September 6, 2012 IIRC, the eyelets then were just a special kind of rivets that were put through holes in the body and flattened out on the inside with special tools that were inserted in the film chamber or (after getting the take-up spool assembly out) the ´take-up chamber´. I did have some of them come loose to the extent that they could be turned around (never actually fell off), and the local technician fixed them more or less on the spot. The design in the photo here looks far more precarious; the size of those screws seem more fit for a watch movement than for carrying more than a kilogram of valuables around one´s neck... I could never feel comfortable carrying around an M9 and a Nocti with (4) 5x8 screws holding almost 1300g of gear. Good grief! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalArts 99 Posted September 6, 2012 Share #12 Posted September 6, 2012 "The full-metal housing, made from a high-tensile magnesium alloy, and a top deck and bottom plate machined from blocks of solid brass, provide perfect protection for their precious inner mechanisms. In short: an M camera is not only an investment for life, but also a lifelong companion." Not to worry. The inner mechanisms will be protected as the camera slams into the pavement........ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marknorton Posted September 6, 2012 Share #13 Posted September 6, 2012 A major job to fix. The entire camera has to come apart IIRC. Not good. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sailronin Posted September 7, 2012 Share #14 Posted September 7, 2012 Not a comforting photo! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalArts 99 Posted September 7, 2012 Share #15 Posted September 7, 2012 A major job to fix. The entire camera has to come apart IIRC. Not good. And it means that doing a preventative fix to alleviate it from ever happening is pretty much impossible financially. One just has to keep their fingers crossed that it won't happen to them, there's nothing else to do. Hopefully Leica is making the lugs more robust with their current production. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Gunst Lund Posted September 7, 2012 Share #16 Posted September 7, 2012 That is definitely a bad design. But don't worry; Leica has a Utility model DE202010017364 with a new design. It's a removable eyelet where the strap can be attached like they do on an airline seatbelt... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattsy Posted September 7, 2012 Share #17 Posted September 7, 2012 At least you don't have to worry about a light leak. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
swamiji Posted September 10, 2012 Share #18 Posted September 10, 2012 it has happened once or twice before on the M8. Never seen it on an M9. Quick - guaranty repair. Much like your hot shoe issue? Whats the world coming to when you can't even trust your Leica? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
plasticman Posted September 10, 2012 Share #19 Posted September 10, 2012 it has happened once or twice before on the M8. Never seen it on an M9. Quick - guaranty repair. Not on the M8, as far as I've noticed - there have been at least two or three cases on the M9. Here for instance. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted September 10, 2012 Share #20 Posted September 10, 2012 Much like your hot shoe issue? Whats the world coming to when you can't even trust your Leica? Well- yes but that hot shoe was stressed beyond its design parameters:o. Still. those were four similar screws. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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