Guest Posted March 13, 2016 Share #1041 Posted March 13, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) That's the first time I've read that it wasn't a cost cutting measure. Everywhere else says the move to zinc was to save money, which makes sense from a production point of view (machining brass takes more time and resources than casting zinc). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Matlock Posted March 13, 2016 Share #1042 Posted March 13, 2016 That's the first time I've read that it wasn't a cost cutting measure. Everywhere else says the move to zinc was to save money, which makes sense from a production point of view (machining brass takes more time and resources than casting zinc). Leica made a big thing about changing to zinc at the time. Zinc casting is very cheap in large quantities but when it comes to the relatively small numbers now produced and the restrictions in producing special editions etc. milled brass works out cheaper. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColColt Posted March 13, 2016 Share #1043 Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) Why not just make the top plate from the same materials the M2, M3 and M4 were made of? My M2 and M4 doesn't suffer from those "bubble" problems and they're both from the 60's. Edited March 13, 2016 by ColColt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matlock Posted March 13, 2016 Share #1044 Posted March 13, 2016 Why not just make the top plate from the same materials the M2, M3 and M4 were made of? My M2 and M4 doesn't suffer from those "bubble" problems and they're both from the 60's. If my reading of the problem is correct, some brass top plates of the M4-2 and early M4-P were not up to standard and were made of a softer grade of brass than the German made M4s. Leica heralded the fact that a cast zinc top plate would be stronger and, thus, solve the problem and would withstand knocks more effectively. Some of the early zinc castings gave more problems but this was quickly overcome. With the introduction of the M7 and MP the top plates were again made of brass but, this time, milled by a CNC process which gives them that sharper profile. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave.gt Posted March 14, 2016 Share #1045 Posted March 14, 2016 Ah, yes, lovely M6 cameras here!!! I must find a suitable photo to post of my Big M6!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gnuyork Posted March 14, 2016 Share #1046 Posted March 14, 2016 ^ Hey Dave! I really enjoy my M6 Classic: The only other pictures I have are posing with my watch for another forum. 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave.gt Posted March 14, 2016 Share #1047 Posted March 14, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hey, it has been too long since we last talked! I must say those are beautiful photos of your M6 and the watch! I will resize a few photos and post today, time permitting. Unfortunately, my watches don't measure up so it will be without my watch! :-)) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gnuyork Posted March 15, 2016 Share #1048 Posted March 15, 2016 (edited) Well these pics were really for a watch forum photo contest (themed "things you love" - must be watch related), but the only ones I have of my M6 so far If I could love a "thing" I suppose those are two of my prized possessions. Edited March 15, 2016 by gnuyork Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRIago Posted March 21, 2016 Share #1049 Posted March 21, 2016 I have owned and played with quite a few M cameras, including the M3 and digital Ms. The Classic M6 for me is still the best, there's something about this camera that makes it feel just right. At least to me. Nice ones here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jollicoe Posted March 28, 2016 Share #1050 Posted March 28, 2016 My first Leica ( hopefully many more to come ) Leica M6 TTL by Jorge Calzadilla, on Flickr 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted April 5, 2016 Share #1051 Posted April 5, 2016 Nice place to put mine 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! 19 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/35319-i-love-my-m6/?do=findComment&comment=3020954'>More sharing options...
Bateleur Posted April 5, 2016 Share #1052 Posted April 5, 2016 Nice place to put mine Looks great especially the top plate engraving! gr Charles 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted April 5, 2016 Share #1053 Posted April 5, 2016 Yep - I bought it new-old stock a few years ago and sent it off to Leica for CLA as I thought the grease might have hardened over the years of non-use. and had it engraved at the same time. It turned out that they still honoured the 5-year guaranty, so the grease renewal was free. I just pressed it into service as I want to do some film work this summer, and it has its third roll (XP2 Super-400) ever in it now. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave.gt Posted April 5, 2016 Share #1054 Posted April 5, 2016 Jaapv, Nice M6!!! Mine is in similar mint condition but different as it is a Big Logo M6. I would love to have engraving on the top like yours. How would one go about getting it done by Leica? Any idea on cost? 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave.gt Posted April 5, 2016 Share #1055 Posted April 5, 2016 My Big M6 and matching Pelikan M205 fountain pen: 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! 7 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/35319-i-love-my-m6/?do=findComment&comment=3021255'>More sharing options...
jaapv Posted April 5, 2016 Share #1056 Posted April 5, 2016 Jaapv, Nice M6!!! Mine is in similar mint condition but different as it is a Big Logo M6. I would love to have engraving on the top like yours. How would one go about getting it done by Leica? Any idea on cost? Just ask Customer Service. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trev Posted April 6, 2016 Share #1057 Posted April 6, 2016 Sadly had to let my M6ttl go.. needed funds.. saving hard.. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave.gt Posted April 6, 2016 Share #1058 Posted April 6, 2016 Trev, Keep on saving, I hope you get yours soon! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trev Posted April 6, 2016 Share #1059 Posted April 6, 2016 Trev, Keep on saving, I hope you get yours soon! Will do, still have my M4-P though. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pop Posted April 24, 2016 Share #1060 Posted April 24, 2016 What's the size limit for uploading photos? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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