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  1. romualdo
    My 1951 iiif bd sporting a W-Nikkor 2.8cm f3.5 with a contemporary Nikon 28mm viewfinder
  2. romualdo
    Ditto - have an Abrahamsson Rapidwinder for my MP - better built than the Leicavit but still a novelty IMHO http://rapidwinder.com/classic-and-m2-ixmoo-rapdiwinder
  3. romualdo
    still there!!
  4. romualdo
    I have a rigid LTM 50mm cron & use it on my IIIa, IIIf & IIIg - not sure how the profile/diameter of this lens differs from the collapsible version but there is very little (IIIf) & virtually no (IIIg) blockage without a hood but once a hood is applied (ITDOO) the problem becomes much more of an issue but still usable. Still I prefer to use a 50mm external viewfinder (SBOOI).
  5. romualdo
    Glad you were able to follow my directions By the way, what lenses/cameras are you using the kipon adapter with?
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    I thought it may have been IMARO - but is there a code for an added light meter? IMARO = IGEMO + ELMAR-M (Elmar (III) f= 5 cm 1:3.5)
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    Cervi see my pics below - there is a ring (adjustment) inside the helicoid with two notches, 180 degrees apart - this ring was way too far down inside the helicoid - I had to screw it anticlockwise (so it would rise to just above the level of the top of the helicoid - see pics) - a fine screwdriver placed into one of the notches will allow you to move the ring. With fine adjustment it's trial & error, screwing ring clockwise or anticlockwise in very small movements then testing for attainment of infinity with the rangefinder. Ideally using a digital camera with an EVF (Electronic view
  8. romualdo
    Yes, I also have one of those Nikon diopters from DAG - forgot to mention that in my initial post
  9. romualdo
    Has anyone tried to remove the glass from a standard M diopter (dioptre) ie M3-MA style - is it possible to dismantle I've had three: two +2s & one +1.0. Unfortunately I lost one of my +2s - gradually unscrewed & fell off (I've learnt my lesson). I consider these to be one of Leicas biggest ripoffs - exhorbitantly priced for what they are I'm just wondering if it's possible to remove the glass & have an optician insert a new one (though I fear that that the cost of a bespoke diopter would surpass that of an original one) Unless anyone here wants to swap a +2 for
  10. romualdo
    ditto!!
  11. romualdo
    some people love the Hammertone finish (i'm definitely not partial to it too) - as a positive it hides scratches & dents
  12. romualdo
    https://leicarumors.com/2016/11/28/leica-m-a-noctilux-50mm-f0-95-asph-limited-edition-set-25-years-leica-shop.aspx/
  13. romualdo
    Thanks. have just made contact with him
  14. romualdo
    Herr Soixante Neuf Ben, does Jorg work for anyone? I'm in Brisbane but have been sending my Leicas & even a Nikon Coolscan (which they successfully repaired) to the Camera Clinic in Melbourne
  15. romualdo
    Another shout out for the Elmarit 28 ASPH (V1) - love it's compactness/ergonomics & quality build & final product (images) But, my new addition, a 28 f3.5 Nikkor LTM (basically the same size as the original 28 Summaron but two stops ahead) is getting more attention at present I gave up looking for an original Summaron 28
  16. romualdo
    I was under the impression (according to Laney) that the first optical version was only available in the collapsible form, screw & M mount (SOOIC & SOOIC-M). There was no rigid version of this first design (or was there)?
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    Agreed, I really enjoy reading KR's outlandish statements/comments, especially the way he "takes the piss" out of "The Leica Man"
  18. romualdo
    🤣
  19. romualdo
    more information from Leica (sent them a second email) Dear Mr. Platt, the possibility exists that this camera has been rebuilt or repainted. In our old repair / maintenance books nothing is noted about this serial.Such conversions were also carried out by other external workshops at this time. According to the serial number, it is a Leica III chrome from 1933. Chrome versions had same codeword with „ chrome“ added. LYDRO (1933-1934) Leica III in black , body only LYMAR Leica III in black with 5 cm / 3.5 Elmar. Mit freundlichen Gruessen / kind regar
  20. romualdo
    exactly the same for me - I have a number of +2 diopters on my M cameras - so much better view than trying with glasses DAG will also custom make diopters for your leica using nikon eyepieces - much cheaper than the leica originals
  21. romualdo
    That's the feeling I get too Also, i've sent another email to Leica enquiring about the possible code plus whether they have any information on a repaint job (by Leica)
  22. romualdo
    Here's the response I just got back from Leica - So, it was originally chrome according to them - thanks again William for the contact details Dear Stephen Platt, Thank you for your request. The camera with the serial number 120546 should be a Leica III in Chrome. If you have further question do not hesitate to contact us again. Mit freundlichen Gruessen / kind regards Thomas Schmidt Leica Camera AG Customer Care – Support Am Leitz Park 5 / D-35 578 Wetzlar / Germany www.leica-camera.com / info@leica-camera.com Telephone +49(0)6441-2080-111 /
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    this is the response I got from the dealer "This is purchased by our consignee client (a long-time Leica friend of mine) in 2010 in France from a Leica shop who had it on display as a demo unit."
  24. romualdo
    William, thanks for the email & message has been sent to above address - we'll see if I get a response
  25. romualdo
    Yes, that's what I thought NOS indicated
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