Original Handgrip or is there a better option?

[likealot]

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I am finding the shape of the Q quite problematic and holding it for more than 10 minutes starts to make my hand ache. So I need to get an accessory and am not sure what is the best one to go for. I am aware of the Leica Handgrip however I have also noticed that LIM makes one too which is similar and with the added option of a leather protector (access to battery compartment, etc). Which one would you guys recommend? If Lim is a good option, is there somewhere in UK or EU that I can buy it from? The option of purchasing from the US is out of the question because I would get hammered with taxes.

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[Leica Guy]

I have the Arte Di Mano half case with the Aventino grip. I love it. Great case. Great grip. I use a neck strap 125 cm, but a wrist strap would also work very well. Highly recommend. I ordered mine directly from Korea, but the Leica Miami store has them or can get them for you.

[likealot]

I've checked their ebay store and the half case with Aventino is listed at $480 (I assume US$?). Is that the one or am I looking at the wrong item?

[Leica Guy]

I've checked their ebay store and the half case with Aventino is listed at $480 (I assume US$?). Is that the one or am I looking at the wrong item?

Sounds about right. It is expensive. It's also extremely high quality. I didn't like paying that much, but I have no regrets now that I've used it for 8 months. Really nice.