Stop Digilux 2 strap scratches

[robw911]

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I have noticed that most D2s seem to have arc shaped scratches near the strap lugs, which appear to be caused by the plastic connector covers scratching against the sides when the camera is being carried. Some of the non-OEM straps available have protectors in place to stop this but I note that the Leica straps (even for the M series) do not.

 

Until my new strap arrives, I have found that a small circle of felt can be placed over the lug and the strap connected over the top to prevent such scratches. It doesn't look too bad (see attached) as a short term measure but more importantly it should prevent my camera body becoming scored like every other D2 seems to be.

 

I hope that this helps someone.

 

 

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[Blindjock]

I have a few offcuts of red leather that i plan to use for a similar purpose.

 

Still waiting for my strap though. I ordered it via Jacobs and I now suspect it will not arrive.

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[symmetron]

The later D2's came with a piece of leather to protect the body. Here it is with a M strap on my D2. Probably easy to make.

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[Bill W]

M's all have that piece of plastic that protects them from the strap. The very first M6's did not, I had one and used blace tape on it. I finally sent it back to have them added when that became standard issue.

[Antonio Pereira Jiménez]

Hola a todos.

 

Para proteger a mi Leica Digilux 2 (Tambien lo tengo hecho en la 3) de los arañazos laterales les he pegado un protector de pantalla que tenia de sobra.

Me va de maravilla.

 

Saludos.

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[roydonian]

When I bought my Digilux 2, I cut up a generic LCD screen protector to create two patches that I fitted just above the eyelets on either side of the camera. They are almost invisible, but have kept that area of the body scratch-free.

 

Best regards,

 

Doug

[Guytou]

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In the absence of protections of Leica original, your idea is really very good Roydonian !

 

Guy