jcatral14 Posted December 8, 2017 Share #1 Posted December 8, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) Is this unusual? Will Leica repaint it? It's still under warranty. Doesn't really bother me but at the same time I don't think it should come off so easily right? At least it's not a rattling aperture ring right? I wonder if all APO50s were made on a Friday? 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! Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/279625-paint-on-dof-scale-on-my-apo50-flaking-off/?do=findComment&comment=3413364'>More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted December 8, 2017 Posted December 8, 2017 Hi jcatral14, Take a look here Paint on DOF scale on my APO50 flaking off. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
jmahto Posted December 8, 2017 Share #2 Posted December 8, 2017 I will not accept this level of quality control. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted December 8, 2017 Share #3 Posted December 8, 2017 (edited) You can fix it yourself for mere pennies in a couple minutes. See here. If you like, I can offer an easy how-to. I have used it for years. Edited December 8, 2017 by pico 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
david strachan Posted December 8, 2017 Share #4 Posted December 8, 2017 I'm sure it does bother you. Send it back and ask them (nicely) to do the paint properly. ... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffry Abt Posted December 8, 2017 Share #5 Posted December 8, 2017 Pico, Yes, please give us a “ how-to”. You never know when one of us might need the info. Jeff Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcatral14 Posted December 8, 2017 Author Share #6 Posted December 8, 2017 I'm sure it does bother you. Send it back and ask them (nicely) to do the paint properly. ... Haha honestly not as much as I thought it would. I'm usually anal about things. Maybe I'm just in denial. Or it could be the Merlot taking effect... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted December 8, 2017 Share #7 Posted December 8, 2017 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) Pico, Yes, please give us a “ how-to”. You never know when one of us might need the info. Jeff When the stick arrives its exposed area is hard due to curing, so rub the end on a piece of paper until it softens. That takes less than a minute. Rub the soft (almost mushy) part over the area to be restored so that it sinks into the engraving. It always does that with little effort. Then wipe over the surface to remove all that is not in the engraving. A tissue does the trick. No muss, no fuss. Really It will gradually harden over a couple days but you can handle it right away. This is a recent use in white. The original imprint was not visible until treatment. Edited December 8, 2017 by pico 10 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
david strachan Posted December 8, 2017 Share #8 Posted December 8, 2017 ;-)) You said it was still in warranty. Should only cost waiting time. ... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted December 8, 2017 Share #9 Posted December 8, 2017 You said it was still in warranty. Should only cost waiting time. Why wait when you can DIY in just a minute? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted December 8, 2017 Share #10 Posted December 8, 2017 I will not accept this level of quality control. +1. In no way. Made the mistake to keep the lens as is with a new Tele-Elmarit 90/2.8 30+ years ago. Given the cost of the fix i've kept the ugly thing since then. Poor QC again and again... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdg1371 Posted December 8, 2017 Share #11 Posted December 8, 2017 I’ve been using the lacquer sticks, in various colors for lens and camera engraving for years. Pics does not exaggerate, it takes zero skill, and less than a minute. Store the sticks sealed in a plastic bag, and they last. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lelmer Posted December 8, 2017 Share #12 Posted December 8, 2017 Is this unusual? Will Leica repaint it? It's still under warranty. Doesn't really bother me but at the same time I don't think it should come off so easily right? At least it's not a rattling aperture ring right? I wonder if all APO50s were made on a Friday? Usual or not, I don't know, but acceptable on a new lens? no, IMO. Sticks are right for old stuff fix 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frase Posted December 8, 2017 Share #13 Posted December 8, 2017 I would fix it myself but also send/email the pic to Leica. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
james.liam Posted December 8, 2017 Share #14 Posted December 8, 2017 Is that a Titanium painted lens? If so, I vaguely recall as issue with the lacquer adhering well to that finish. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffry Abt Posted December 8, 2017 Share #15 Posted December 8, 2017 Pico, Thank You! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmahto Posted December 8, 2017 Share #16 Posted December 8, 2017 When the stick arrives its exposed area is hard due to curing, so rub the end on a piece of paper until it softens. That takes less than a minute. Rub the soft (almost mushy) part over the area to be restored so that it sinks into the engraving. It always does that with little effort. Then wipe over the surface to remove all that is not in the engraving. A tissue does the trick. No muss, no fuss. Really It will gradually harden over a couple days but you can handle it right away. This is a recent use in white. The original imprint was not visible until treatment. Can this go in a FAQ? 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted December 8, 2017 Share #17 Posted December 8, 2017 (edited) Can this go in a FAQ? Good idea! It could serve our members well. To whom do we suggest it? One thing to add, especially those concerned about cleaning up the engraving lines before filling is to use a dental explorer/pick to clean the line. Used carefully it can help. (Being a former surgical tech, 'finger rests' come to mind.) Non-medical but adequate explorers are inexpensive, easy to find even my local tool shop. Edited December 8, 2017 by pico Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmahto Posted December 8, 2017 Share #18 Posted December 8, 2017 Good idea! It could serve our members well. To whom do we suggest it? One thing to add, especially those concerned about cleaning up the engraving lines before filling is to use a dental explorer/pick to clean the line. Used carefully it can help. (Being a former surgical tech, 'finger rests' come to mind.) Non-medical but adequate explorers are inexpensive, easy to find even my local tool shop. There should be a FAQ for cleaning and simple repair for camera and lens. Recently I came across a very useful info in Nikon forum for replacing the light seal foam for back cover in film camera. In Leica forum we do have only camera specific FAQ. Maybe we should create a general one in common location and provide reference link to that from all other FAQ. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
david strachan Posted December 9, 2017 Share #19 Posted December 9, 2017 Paint adherance has been a problem for a lot of Leica body and lens owners. My technician recommends scratching the rebate before applying the paint..to give a grip to the new paint. I've got a stick but haven't used it yet on one of my M8's. It's funny how you learn to live with your own problems and don't think others will notice...or you don't care anymore. ... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dario Antonaci Posted December 9, 2017 Share #20 Posted December 9, 2017 I will not accept this level of quality control. ? Can the quality control guy see into the future? How can he know the pait will come off? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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