DBerens Posted February 22, 2007 Share #1 Posted February 22, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hello again, So a month ago I was walking and dropped my M6 and 35mm lens on the sidewalk from a height of about four feet. I carry my M nearly 24/7 and nothing like this has ever happened. Bracing for the worst, I picked it up to find that the only real damage was that the lens shade was cracked completely in half (there is also a minor scrape on the base plate). I was so grateful I walked into the nearest camera shop and ordered a new one. Ding! $75.00 - better than a new lens. I have since shot several rolls of film with the camera and everything looks fine. Still, I would like to send it in for a check-up and routine service (it's about due). I'm in Oregon, USA. So my question is - is New Jersey the best place to send it? I cringe at the idea of being separated from my camera for too long. I did search the forums but I didn't really find a concensus. If you have any suggestions, thanks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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dfbldwn Posted February 22, 2007 Share #2 Posted February 22, 2007 dubya-dubya-dubya-dot-sherrykrauter-dot-com Especially for an M6. Still on the East Coast, but Turnaround Time and Quality of Work are each the best I've seen. Best, David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBerens Posted February 22, 2007 Author Share #3 Posted February 22, 2007 Many thanks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
el fotografo Posted February 23, 2007 Share #4 Posted February 23, 2007 The other option is Don Goldberg aka DAG Camera repair. (dagcamera.com) Both Sherry and Don are well known and respected Leica experts. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
droim Posted February 23, 2007 Share #5 Posted February 23, 2007 Steve's Camera in Culver City - Los Angeles. He just did a CLA on my M6 in less than a week and he's great with Leica. http://stevecamera.com/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkness30 Posted February 23, 2007 Share #6 Posted February 23, 2007 I second Sherry and Don as well. I sent them SLs and 100mm Apo macro for CLA and they were quick and very pleasent people to deal with and i am sure the concensus on the forum was on them. Regards, Mehmet Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
spydrxx Posted February 23, 2007 Share #7 Posted February 23, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) I've used Don Goldberg for most of my repairs over the years. I did use a Leica facility twice in the 1980s but was disappointed in their turnaround time. Don has always been very responsive, straightforward, and done excellent work for me on both my Ms and Leicaflexes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter_n Posted February 23, 2007 Share #8 Posted February 23, 2007 I also can only speak to Don Goldberg and he does superb work. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
oculus_ny Posted February 24, 2007 Share #9 Posted February 24, 2007 Having dealt with both the above-referenced folks, I certainly concur, IF you need them. On the other hand, I would put a couple more rolls through it BEFORE deciding to send it away--especially if it is a constant companion. As one who, over the years, has seen the testimonials for M and R cameras that fell out of airplanes, I'd say you are probably good to go until its time for a CLA. In other words: Relax. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBerens Posted February 24, 2007 Author Share #10 Posted February 24, 2007 Thanks again, everyone. Included: an image taken this past Christmas Eve. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpsawin Posted February 24, 2007 Share #11 Posted February 24, 2007 David, Here is the link to Sherry Krauter's site Sherry Krauter.com -- Home of the Golden Touch. She does excellent work, is reasonable and is a kick to talk to. Bob Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
elansprint72 Posted February 27, 2007 Share #12 Posted February 27, 2007 David, Have to ask: how are you carrying your camera? Do you have a neck strap or something else? For years I've done sports photography, so two bodies + long lenses means that I grew accustomed to hanging things round my neck. Then I took a break and found that a wrist strap (actually a bit of rope off my boat) was a liberating experience and, if you get the length correct, it's impossible to drop your gear even if you let go of it! M6, even with it's longest lens would not be a problem this way. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBerens Posted February 28, 2007 Author Share #13 Posted February 28, 2007 I have the standard Leica strap. I carry it several ways - most times I carry it in my hand with the strap wrapped around my wrist. For this reason I'm starting to think I should get a wrist strap like you have suggested. Sometimes I carry it around my neck, and yes, sometimes the dreaded and dangerous "one-shoulder" carry. The drop this time was pretty much a freak incident. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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