Manolo Laguillo Posted February 22, 2010 Share #1 Posted February 22, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi, I read in this forum there's a cap where 2 lenses can be fixed, back to back, so to say. Could anybody give me the item number and the "official" Leica name? Are they still available as new, or only 2nd hand? Even more, is there a picture in the net of it? Sorry for so many questions, but it seems a good solution for saving space in the bag. I know, glueing 2 caps it can be made, but the real thing is better, for sure. Thank you very much! Manolo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted February 22, 2010 Posted February 22, 2010 Hi Manolo Laguillo, Take a look here 2 lenses sharing 1 cap. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
jaapv Posted February 22, 2010 Share #2 Posted February 22, 2010 Heavystar sells an exact copy of the discontinued Leica item on e-bay. Watch out with lenses with protruding rear elements! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tobey bilek Posted February 22, 2010 Share #3 Posted February 22, 2010 I believe it is called a coupling ring. Handy little devil. R camera ones have solid centers. M camera rings are open, so be careful what you join Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manolo Laguillo Posted February 22, 2010 Author Share #4 Posted February 22, 2010 thanks, jaapv! I found "heavystar", but the double rear cap is not available anymore... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brucek Posted February 22, 2010 Share #5 Posted February 22, 2010 I took two regular M rear lens caps, sanded off the outer ridge ring around the base of each of them, and then glued them together. Works great! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanetomlane Posted February 22, 2010 Share #6 Posted February 22, 2010 I actually think glueing the two lens caps together is the best option for a couple of reasons. (I use two pairs done this way.) I have had the Leica version for years and whilst I can no longer find the instructions which came with it, I do remember that you have to be careful coupling certain lenses, as it is possible for the rear elements on certain lenses to touch and possibly damage one. The other reason I prefer the two glued is that the rear element of the remaining lens is still covered when you remove one of the lenses, whereas with the Leica one, if you remove one lens the remaining one has the rear element exposed. Just my thoughts ..... hope they help. _____________________________ Regards, Tom http://www.tomalen.zenfolio.com Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted February 22, 2010 Share #7 Posted February 22, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) They are in stock at Heavystar. 9.88 $ and you get a body cap as well for the price: Two Sides Leica Rear Lens Cap + Body Cap for M Leica I solved the problem of the rear element by using it on my apo-summicron 90 asph, which has a very deep rear mount. The body cap would solve the dust problem. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manolo Laguillo Posted February 22, 2010 Author Share #8 Posted February 22, 2010 again, thank you very much! I will order the item. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfokevin Posted February 23, 2010 Share #9 Posted February 23, 2010 I went the crazy glue route... and use a leather drawstring telephoto bag that holds a 35/50mm tandem perfect! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ho_co Posted February 23, 2010 Share #10 Posted February 23, 2010 In the US, available also from Don Goldberg: See listing at Leica M. DAGM57A Generic Double Rear Cap for M Lenses Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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