potratz Posted March 5, 2010 Share #1 Posted March 5, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) Ok maybe this is silly but... I have been reading where several of us take real pride in our Leica/s and have bought accessories or "Pimped Out" our little black or silver box. Which made me think how cool would it be if I could have a really nice camera bag with matching strap and matching half case all which would be unique...custom made with some elements I feel would be done with my input. Am I silly or how many others would also like to have a matching accessories? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted March 5, 2010 Posted March 5, 2010 Hi potratz, Take a look here Would You? Bag, Strap, Half Case?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
jpattison Posted March 5, 2010 Share #2 Posted March 5, 2010 I'd go here (in NY) Louis Vuitton personalization services - Louis Vuitton official website If i could! John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianv Posted March 5, 2010 Share #3 Posted March 5, 2010 The only matching accessory that My M8 needs is a lens! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wstotler Posted March 5, 2010 Share #4 Posted March 5, 2010 Am I silly or how many others would also like to have a matching accessories? I think it is a legitimate thought--looks are part of the M8's appeal for many of us, function aside. You can make all kinds of arguments about looks not being relevant, but I know I want my Caterham 7's body completely in bare aluminum like the prototypes (and 50s aircraft), including bespoke aluminum nosecone, rear wheel arches, rollbar, and windscreen surround. One school of the rangefinder aesthetic is to stack, add on, and otherwise have a patchwork of intentionally mismatched items that work together to add bolt-on functionality. From the gizmos that slide into the camera's hotshoe, grips, and strange vented lens hoods through to the multi-pocketed, clasped, and strapped bags. (Think Fogg.) This is a retro/steampunk ethos of sorts--mismatched stuff cobbled together. To your point, a completely matched camera body covering, half-case, strap, and bag is an interesting thought and would look very integrated. I would say that you should consider going for an absolutely minimalist look if you head down this path--with as few pockets/zippers/openings as possible. The Safari or "iPod" White M8s, with matching-color cases and bags, I think could lend themselves to this approach very naturally and look urban-modern retro sharp. Reach out to Luigi--I understand that he really likes doing bespoke work like you're suggesting. (Except for the body covering, which you'd likely obtain from cameraleather.) That's if you want leather. An all-synthetic, SWAT M8 (think custom-made ruggedized/rubberized body covering + ballistic nylon half-case and bag) would be cool, also. Cheers, Will Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
earleygallery Posted March 5, 2010 Share #5 Posted March 5, 2010 Why stop at the camera - think leather suit, shoes, hat, belt, go for the full monty, why not?! Better that a 'stealth' bit of gaffer tape! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
potratz Posted March 7, 2010 Author Share #6 Posted March 7, 2010 Why stop at the camera - think leather suit, shoes, hat, belt, go for the full monty, why not?! Better that a 'stealth' bit of gaffer tape! I think that is a great idea! Gaffer tape is for sissies though...that is one thing I will never understand and find ridiculous Ok off to find a shoe maker now Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gotham Historian Posted March 14, 2010 Share #7 Posted March 14, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) I have the ala carte black leather strap from Leica for my chrome M8. I also bought the lug covers from Luigi's for the strap lugs. I store my M8 in the black leather ever-ready case but do not take the ever ready out with me. My set-up looks very 1970s, like something my father would have! I'm looking to pick up a black Billingham Leica bag one of these days. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
blimey Posted March 14, 2010 Share #8 Posted March 14, 2010 Ok maybe this is silly but... I have been reading where several of us take real pride in our Leica/s and have bought accessories or "Pimped Out" our little black or silver box. Which made me think how cool would it be if I could have a really nice camera bag with matching strap and matching half case all which would be unique...custom made with some elements I feel would be done with my input. Am I silly or how many others would also like to have a matching accessories? silly yes. you make it seem like those hiphop/rapper who customize their cars with LV leather because they have too much money. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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