Alan J Posted April 4, 2022 Share #1 Posted April 4, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) While I am not in love with the M Monochromes neck strap that came included when new with the camera, is there something more comfortable? Wide, narrow, leather, fabric, with logo, or without etc. Just seems like a sea of endless choices to consider. I'm just a general walk around type shooter who enjoys travel and still likes staying low profile with a camera. What works for others that is comfortable? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted April 4, 2022 Posted April 4, 2022 Hi Alan J, Take a look here Neck straps & M Monochrome. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Luke_Miller Posted April 5, 2022 Share #2 Posted April 5, 2022 Are you are referring to the stiff leather strap that came with the first Monochrom? Mine is still in the box. I replaced it with the standard Leica nylon strap that comes with most models. I find that strap to be reasonably comfortable and very practical. The neoprene anti-slip pad won't slip and so allows shoulder carry if desired. I like it enough that I bought a very similar UpStrap model for my non-Leica cameras. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan J Posted April 5, 2022 Author Share #3 Posted April 5, 2022 Yes, the leather one! Thanks for the tip on UpStrap. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted April 5, 2022 Share #4 Posted April 5, 2022 29 minutes ago, Alan J said: Thanks for the tip on UpStrap. No need… the standard Leica strap he referred to is the 14312. I’ve been using them on all my M models for decades…including M9M and M10M. Jeff 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
michali Posted April 5, 2022 Share #5 Posted April 5, 2022 (edited) 7 hours ago, Alan J said: While I am not in love with the M Monochromes neck strap that came included when new with the camera, is there something more comfortable? Wide, narrow, leather, fabric, with logo, or without etc. Just seems like a sea of endless choices to consider. I'm just a general walk around type shooter who enjoys travel and still likes staying low profile with a camera. What works for others that is comfortable? Have a look at the Artisan & Artist Silk Cord Straps I've used them for several years on all of my work cameras, MP, MM1, M10, CL, SL2 & SL2-S. They're extremely comfortable, durable & versatile. The best camera strap I've used in 50 years of photography. Edited April 5, 2022 by michali 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kivis Posted April 5, 2022 Share #6 Posted April 5, 2022 This strap offsets the black body very nicely. This beautiful broken-leather strap is designed for your Leica RF. The classic look is reminiscent of old world craftsmanship. The soft interior protects your neck during those hot summer days. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertospa Posted April 5, 2022 Share #7 Posted April 5, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) Personally I am very happy with this. https://www.chief-mate.com/en/ With use it becomes soft and feels fantastic. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
erudolph Posted April 5, 2022 Share #8 Posted April 5, 2022 8 hours ago, michali said: Have a look at the Artisan & Artist Silk Cord Straps I've used them for several years on all of my work cameras, MP, MM1, M10, CL, SL2 & SL2-S. They're extremely comfortable, durable & versatile. The best camera strap I've used in 50 years of photography. +1 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejg1890 Posted April 5, 2022 Share #9 Posted April 5, 2022 I use the below black strap with my monochrome. i like because it keeps everything black!!!! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuny Posted April 6, 2022 Share #10 Posted April 6, 2022 The forum often gives me great ideas and advice. Regarding straps, I really liked the idea of the Leica 14312, but it is discontinued. I also liked Mike's suggestion of the Artisan & Artist silk straps, but they cost more than I'd like to spend. Luke Miller suggests the UpStrap, one model of which I ordered. It's made for "small" cameras (e.g.: Leica M, Q, CL), is narrow enough and soft enough to wrap around my hand when I'm active, and wide enough to distribute the weight when it''s on my shoulder; and the non-slip pad is important to me, especially when I'm wearing a jacket or coat that seems to invite other straps to slip form my shoulder. This is the one I ordered, and I'll report back how it works out: Camera Strap - Small Sure-Grip Shoulder Pad | UPstrap® USA (journeycamera.com) Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted April 7, 2022 Share #11 Posted April 7, 2022 The pad appears considerably thicker (less flexible?) than the 14312, which was only recently discontinued and I would expect could still be found at some dealers in the event that you end up wishing for something thinner yet still grippy. Jeff Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaidshirts Posted April 7, 2022 Share #12 Posted April 7, 2022 (edited) I find these to be comfortable and stylish: https://rocknrollstraps.com/ Edited April 7, 2022 by plaidshirts revised link Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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