Leica M6 Rewind Knob Rubbing Against Strap

[commandercup]

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Hey all,

 

When I carry my M6 behind my back (the strap lies across my chest), my strap rubs against the rewind knob and causes it to make a lot of noise. Is there any way to stop this from happening (aside from carrying the camera differently)? 

 

Thanks!

[Michael Geschlecht]

Hello Commandercup,

 

Welcome to the Forum.

 

What type of noise does it make?

Best Regards,

 

Michael

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[commandercup]

Hi Michael!

 

Thanks! The noise it makes is the sound of the rewind knob spinning. The strap literally pushes the knob back and forth and makes what amounts to a light rattling sound. It's not a huge problem, but it is a minor annoyance on an otherwise stellar camera.

[Michael Geschlecht]

Hello Commandercup,

 

Given all of the above: If you find the sound not to your liking, as well as the possible negative consequences of what is producing the sound: Why is it that you would not consider changing the place where you carry the camera?

 

Best Regards,

 

Michael

[250swb]

It shouldn't rattle. I suspect the spring that puts tension on the crank arm is worn and it's the crank arm rattling. Changing the rewind knob for a new one is a home DIY job.

[wattsy]

Reminds me of the old joke:

 

Patient: "Doctor, it hurts when I move my arm like this."

Doctor: "Don't do it then."

[michaelwj]

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Reminds me of the old joke:

 

Patient: "Doctor, it hurts when I move my arm like this."

Doctor: "Don't do it then."

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