gbealnz Posted March 15, 2017 Share #521 Posted March 15, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) Ha, I'll go he. I've sent you a PM. Gary Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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DDA_1966 Posted March 15, 2017 Share #522 Posted March 15, 2017 I'm deciding whether I should get a M7.. or another M6. Want the M7 mainly because the brass top (no zinc bubble) and aperture prioirty would be quite handy when I want to shoot in a hurry. I read about some people complaining about the M7 shutter jam problem. But wondering how bad it is in real life? And the DX code issue? There is no one local here that can fix/service the camera, and I would hate to send it back to Germany and wait months for it if I encounter any of these problems. Any comments on these issues would be really appreciated. I have one and an MP. I adore both. I had DX issues, but Leica repaired it for free and did an overall CLA. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted March 15, 2017 Share #523 Posted March 15, 2017 (edited) Hi Geo, the faster it is a permanent marker white color The most durable , it's white paint for reduced models (aircraft, cars) and a fine paintbrush PS: we have this kind of paint Revell brand http://www.rue-des-maquettes.com/revell-gris-clair-satine-n371.46221.html paint with brush , let dry and remove the excess paint with a solvent with a cotton stem [...] Way too complicated. A well established lacquer paint stick maker offers everything from black to white. To apply, peel back a bit of the paper wrap, run the end across a clean white paper until it feels liquid, rub across your camera's lettering, then wipe away the over-spill. It can handled immediately and cures to permanent in 24 hours. No worries. No hassle. Here is only one example of the application on a part that was painted over the relief print. Edited March 15, 2017 by pico 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Bedford Posted March 21, 2017 Share #524 Posted March 21, 2017 (edited) I bought a silver M7 recently. Apparently this one is ten years old but seems like a newly made camera. My M has been sitting in my bag unused although that has more to do with the fact that I've all but converted to film in the last few months (except for my professional portrait work). Edited March 21, 2017 by nickjbedford 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted March 21, 2017 Share #525 Posted March 21, 2017 I too bought recently a silver M7 made in 2001, and I have not felt like using the M since I loaded the M7 with film. It's now my favorite camera. I have one question for the M7 old timers. The camera works fine with and without film, but when I loaded the camera with one particular brand of film, it was impossible to cock the shutter for the two mechanical speeds. The battery operated speeds work, and even in automatic mode, the 1/60 and 1/125 won't fire. Any clues about the possible reasons? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
erl Posted March 21, 2017 Share #526 Posted March 21, 2017 I'm no techy, but I suspect the occurrence with a particular film would be purely coincidental. First I would try loading with another film and check for symptoms again. It could be a service call is required. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted March 22, 2017 Share #527 Posted March 22, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) I'm no techy, but I suspect the occurrence with a particular film would be purely coincidental. First I would try loading with another film and check for symptoms again. It could be a service call is required. Indeed I don't think it's the film itself. I can spot two differences with the particular problematic film (I tried several rolls): it's not DX coded, and seems particularly stiff to advance and rewind. I have used several rolls of Tmax and Delta 400 without problems, all DX coded and the advance lever and rewind are very fluid. This could or not be the reason so I will keep investigating. Doc Henry gave me a couple of possibilities to try out which I really appreciate. I will report back with my findings. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
erl Posted March 22, 2017 Share #528 Posted March 22, 2017 DX coding should make no difference to your problem at all. I use a lot of non-DX coded film, bulk rolls that I wind into cassettes myself, never a problem. The fact that your films are stiff to advance may be a clue. Is the shutter completely and fully cocking when you wind on? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted March 22, 2017 Share #529 Posted March 22, 2017 DX coding should make no difference to your problem at all. I use a lot of non-DX coded film, bulk rolls that I wind into cassettes myself, never a problem. The fact that your films are stiff to advance may be a clue. Is the shutter completely and fully cocking when you wind on? The shutter is not fully cocking for the mechanical speeds. I can somehow feel it when I advance the film. However it seems good enough for the battery operated speeds. I think it's probably a combination of stiff film cartridge and old film advance mechanism that needs calibrating. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
erl Posted March 22, 2017 Share #530 Posted March 22, 2017 If you are are conveniently located near a camera technician, it would be useful to show it to them and get an expert opinion. Probably a CLA might solve the issue. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted March 23, 2017 Share #531 Posted March 23, 2017 If you are are conveniently located near a camera technician, it would be useful to show it to them and get an expert opinion. Probably a CLA might solve the issue. Thank you erl. That would be the best thing to do, as soon as I finish the film that's in the camera Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Henry Posted March 23, 2017 Author Share #532 Posted March 23, 2017 (edited) Edward , Gregor and Wayne posted some interesting information for you about Lomo film in film thread with M7 camera send them a MP. http://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/205842-i-like-filmopen-thread/?p=3239910 For your problem, send a message to after sales Wetzlar and ask them Best Henry Edited March 23, 2017 by Doc Henry 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penzes Posted March 27, 2017 Share #533 Posted March 27, 2017 (edited) Sunday morning [Motozin and Sant'Eustachio] by István Pénzes, on Flickr Edited March 27, 2017 by Penzes 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted March 30, 2017 Share #534 Posted March 30, 2017 Just thought to show a few shots with the M7. I still think it needs a CLA, since the shutter advance seems to have hickups but I can't stand to be parted with it, unless I buy another one in the meanwhile M7 ZM 35/1.4 Delta 400 by edward karaa, on Flickr M7 ZM 50/2 Delta 400 by edward karaa, on Flickr M7 ZM 35/2.8 Delta 400 by edward karaa, on Flickr 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Henry Posted March 30, 2017 Author Share #535 Posted March 30, 2017 Edward , I think it is not too serious, there is probably a setting and a little oil in the mechanism to do after sales service ... Live you far from Wetzlar ? or may be the M7 has not been used for a long time ... otherwise do a few rolls of film to see if it unlocks ! Beautiful picturesYou have switched to "auto" or "manual" mode ? Best Henry 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted March 30, 2017 Share #536 Posted March 30, 2017 Edward , I think it is not too serious, there is probably a setting and a little oil in the mechanism to do after sales service ... Live you far from Wetzlar ? or may be the M7 has not been used for a long time ... otherwise do a few rolls of film to see if it unlocks ! Beautiful pictures You have switched to "auto" or "manual" mode ? Best Henry Thank you very much Henry! I actually live in Bangkok, but I know a very capable Leica technician who can do a full CLA in around two weeks, for just 200$. Judging from the camera pristine looks, it must have been rarely used, so I'm hoping that with some exercise, the greases will soften a bit. If not, the repair shop is less than a km from my apartment. As for the auto vs manual question, I do use both depending on the situation. I would say 60% of the shots on manual. I find the M7 meter very reliable and agrees most of the time with my incident light readings. Cheers, Edward 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Henry Posted March 31, 2017 Author Share #537 Posted March 31, 2017 Edward , keep in touch . Let us know if it's better in a few months For street photos , I prefer the "A" mode for "the right moment" For landscape I use manual mode Best Henry 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Henry Posted March 31, 2017 Author Share #538 Posted March 31, 2017 (edited) Edward, as you are in BKK, I remember when I was in Thailand also in BKK for 1 year you can have the opportunity to take street photos or beautiful landscapes with the M7 (as in Pataya) and as I did last year in August 2016 in VietnamHere are some photos taken with the M7 in auto mode and manual mode(When I have time to compose) auto mode maybe also a habit of the M8 or M9 (which I no longer use) . M7 , a good all-purpose camera with a frightening, fast (as said the photographer Raymond Depardon) and accurate internal measuring cell giving faithful colors (not like digital) and nice b&w tone . I use mostly Kodak film , may be also a habit of the Kodak CCD sensor Tamky beach at sunrise fishermen back at 6 am VN Aug 2016 Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Lens : Summilux 35 or Summicron 28 A. Kodak TX400 (dev in pure Kodak Prof D76) I like a homogeneous black, not "blocked" and inhomogeneous as in digitalThe black of the digital is really not beautiful especially when you convert color in black ! and also a "natural grain" (here of clouds) is a plus without the need of photosoftware to make grain ! Best Henry Edited March 31, 2017 by Doc Henry 7 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Lens : Summilux 35 or Summicron 28 A. Kodak TX400 (dev in pure Kodak Prof D76) I like a homogeneous black, not "blocked" and inhomogeneous as in digital The black of the digital is really not beautiful especially when you convert color in black ! and also a "natural grain" (here of clouds) is a plus without the need of photosoftware to make grain ! Best Henry ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/233570-i-love-my-m7/?do=findComment&comment=3245480'>More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted March 31, 2017 Share #539 Posted March 31, 2017 Beautiful photos, Henry! I especially like the first shot of the gorgeous sunrise. In fact I do shoot a lot of street, as you can see in my Flickr account that you can access from the linked photos. Totally agree about the qualities of film. I'm totally a convert. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted April 1, 2017 Share #540 Posted April 1, 2017 A couple of more street shots from my last roll: M7 ZM 35/2.8 Delta 400 by edward karaa, on Flickr M7 ZM 50/2 Delta 400 by edward karaa, on Flickr 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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