dougdarter Posted September 12, 2007 Share #1 Posted September 12, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi, Having read the thread on 'Grips' from last week, I decided that I would buy a Luigi half case in the 'aged brown' colour. I ordered it on Monday afternoon, and it arrived in the UK this morning. It is, quite simply, a tour-de-force of leather craftsmanship. It is beautifully made, and the quality of materials is superb. The design and implementation of the 'hanging hatch' is perfect, and it works well. Despite not being the 'full grip' version, it makes the camera much, much easier to grip. I haven't pictured the strap, but it is just as impressive as the case. Well worth the money, indeed, I doubt I shall ever have to buy another one! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted September 12, 2007 Posted September 12, 2007 Hi dougdarter, Take a look here Luigi's case - craftsmanship par excellence.. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
johnbuckley Posted September 12, 2007 Share #2 Posted September 12, 2007 It's gorgeous. Would you mind, as a public service, remind us what Luigi's URL is? Many thanks. JB Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougdarter Posted September 12, 2007 Author Share #3 Posted September 12, 2007 Hi John, Here it is:) Leicatime Luigi Crescenzi : leica cameras leica compur mp elmar 250 reporter leicavit Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cometsoft Posted September 12, 2007 Share #4 Posted September 12, 2007 I got the same case in black. It makes it so much easier to carry the camera. The armored feeling is great. I'm a lot less worried about banging into things. Does cut down on the chiimping when the back is snapped shut. I'm not sure if that's good or bad. Makes shooting a little more like the film experience. I also like the leather smell when you look through the viewfinder and the muffled shutter sound. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hacker Posted September 12, 2007 Share #5 Posted September 12, 2007 I was looking at the version with grip with the red threads. How do you guys change the battery and access the SD card? You have to take everything out? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cometsoft Posted September 12, 2007 Share #6 Posted September 12, 2007 Yes, you have to take it out. I was looking at the version with grip with the red threads. How do you guys change the battery and access the SD card? You have to take everything out? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sm23221 Posted September 12, 2007 Share #7 Posted September 12, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) Does this case significantly muffle the shutter sound? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougdarter Posted September 12, 2007 Author Share #8 Posted September 12, 2007 Does this case significantly muffle the shutter sound? Yes, significantly is the word, but it's more the noise the cocking motor makes that is reduced. The shutter sound is less audible, but the leather case cuts the high frequency noise from the cocking motor almost completely. You now feel the noise, rather than hear it..... a low frequency 'thud', which is quite pleasant. It's rather like cutting all the treble from a bit of rock music - all you are left with is the thump of the drums:D Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveB Posted September 12, 2007 Share #9 Posted September 12, 2007 I have that very same case Doug. It's funny, people notice the case and not the M8. I have found the threaded screw for tripod mounting to be very useful. Classy outfit, Luigi and Leicatime! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron Flatline Posted September 12, 2007 Share #10 Posted September 12, 2007 Rallye-Brown for me, both for my M8/chrome and my R-D1. Also, I have the little battery and SD card carrying case for my M8. Very nice! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cometsoft Posted September 12, 2007 Share #11 Posted September 12, 2007 Dave, What's the threaded screw for tripod mounting? My case has no hole in the bottom for a tripod (normally I use Arca plates). I figured I'd just take off the case when I used a tripod. Robert I have that very same case Doug. It's funny, people notice the case and not the M8. I have found the threaded screw for tripod mounting to be very useful. Classy outfit, Luigi and Leicatime! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tummydoc Posted September 12, 2007 Share #12 Posted September 12, 2007 I wonder if Luigi got the idea for the rear flap from long underwear Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveB Posted September 12, 2007 Share #13 Posted September 12, 2007 Dave, What's the threaded screw for tripod mounting? My case has no hole in the bottom for a tripod (normally I use Arca plates). I figured I'd just take off the case when I used a tripod. Robert You can see the Luigi screw in the bottom of this case on his website. http://www.leicatime.com/FullBrownM8bottomOpenScrew.jpg It screws into the tripod mount and allows the camera to be placed on a tripod without taking the case off. I think it's an extra $50. As a practical matter I have found myself removing the case frequently to swap batteries and SD cards. Seems to be wearing very well though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stnami Posted September 12, 2007 Share #14 Posted September 12, 2007 ............. looks like someone is hiding a m8 in a cow/goat..... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
germanlaws Posted September 12, 2007 Share #15 Posted September 12, 2007 I´ve got the same one in black for my M8, but I should have preferred the optional gate for the USB-port. It takes e few moments to open the case, unscrew the tripod-scres for carrying the photos to the pc - or even more take thr M8 out of the case, open the ground-plate, get out the SD-Card every time. Suggest the USB-gate would make this easier... Greetings from Willich/Germany dieter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bayerische Posted September 12, 2007 Share #16 Posted September 12, 2007 Hi, Having read the thread on 'Grips' from last week, I decided that I would buy a Luigi half case in the 'aged brown' colour. I ordered it on Monday afternoon, and it arrived in the UK this morning. It is, quite simply, a tour-de-force of leather craftsmanship. It is beautifully made, and the quality of materials is superb. The design and implementation of the 'hanging hatch' is perfect, and it works well. Despite not being the 'full grip' version, it makes the camera much, much easier to grip. I haven't pictured the strap, but it is just as impressive as the case. Well worth the money, indeed, I doubt I shall ever have to buy another one! Oh yeah! It's awsome. I use a luigi with my old M6. Thinking of getting one for the M8. Love the lens you have attached in the picture. Thinking of getting that one aswell:) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cometsoft Posted September 12, 2007 Share #17 Posted September 12, 2007 Thanks for that info Dave. I think I'll stick with removing the case. My tripods have quick releases. Can't see leaving a plate attached to the threaded screw beneath the case. You can see the Luigi screw in the bottom of this case on his website. http://www.leicatime.com/FullBrownM8bottomOpenScrew.jpg It screws into the tripod mount and allows the camera to be placed on a tripod without taking the case off. I think it's an extra $50. As a practical matter I have found myself removing the case frequently to swap batteries and SD cards. Seems to be wearing very well though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbuckley Posted September 13, 2007 Share #18 Posted September 13, 2007 Just ordered one. Black. With the removable back. And the strap. This is an instance where an Italian sensibility and craftsmanship greatly tempers the German sensibility and craftsmanship. And one can order it online and expect to get it in a few days. The world is a wonderful place. JB Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maggie_O Posted September 13, 2007 Share #19 Posted September 13, 2007 Oh wow, that is just absolutely lovely. I must have one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trs Posted September 13, 2007 Share #20 Posted September 13, 2007 Every time I see somebody post about Luigi bag, I am one stop closer to ordering. One question because I always have problem with color name when colors are so close together. So, could somebody please tell me what this color is (pix from Luigi's page). I am interested in the bright color one in the center. I am guessing it is the Ralley-brown we are refering to? Is it? thank you -tanka 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! 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/33230-luigis-case-craftsmanship-par-excellence/?do=findComment&comment=351951'>More sharing options...
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