w44neg Posted August 23, 2023 Share #1 Posted August 23, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) I purchased a D-Lux 7 this week via the internet. It's from an Authorised Retailer and when I called the store to check availability, I specifically asked if it had any dust in the lens barrel. I was told it's brand new, and had been on display for three days at that point. Well it arrived and looked like this... 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! Disappointing to say the least, but the dealer has been happy to help, so for now I'm not complaining about their service in particular. However I then opened the packaging further and I found this packet, with what looks like a synthetic/rubber seal inside it. I've only ever seen this when I've bought a used camera and it's been opened for cleaning etc. If you bought your D-Lux 7 new, did you receive one of these seals? I guess I'm trying to determine if this camera truly is brand new because my feeling so far is that there's something not quite right. Thanks in advance Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Disappointing to say the least, but the dealer has been happy to help, so for now I'm not complaining about their service in particular. However I then opened the packaging further and I found this packet, with what looks like a synthetic/rubber seal inside it. I've only ever seen this when I've bought a used camera and it's been opened for cleaning etc. If you bought your D-Lux 7 new, did you receive one of these seals? I guess I'm trying to determine if this camera truly is brand new because my feeling so far is that there's something not quite right. Thanks in advance ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/381233-advice-regarding-a-new-leica-d-lux-7-is-this-new/?do=findComment&comment=4842046'>More sharing options...
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w44neg Posted August 23, 2023 Author Share #2 Posted August 23, 2023 I've now found the "seal" is actually a leash for the lens cap lol. I'm still amazed at the amount of dust though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFW2-SCUSA Posted August 24, 2023 Share #3 Posted August 24, 2023 The leash is a useful thing. My type 109 has one on since day one. My wife's 7 has the auto lens cover which I would get. Neither of ours came with any dust, though. Maybe your's was put together at the hight of an allergy season? I'd get it replaced or fixed, the D-:Lux is a terrific camera that will serve you well. I also M 10, M 10 Mono and SL2, but I will always have my D-Lux at hand. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farts4711 Posted October 12, 2023 Share #4 Posted October 12, 2023 (edited) I’ve been looking for the D-lux 7 as an easy intro to Leica-world and found and ordered one today. Internet of course, I’m on an island the forum software hasn’t heard of. I’m hoping it’s problem-free. Fingers crossed. 🫣 Edited October 12, 2023 by Farts4711 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted October 12, 2023 Share #5 Posted October 12, 2023 I have a former colleague who lives on your island 😉 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farts4711 Posted October 12, 2023 Share #6 Posted October 12, 2023 It’s a decent enough place, been here about 40 years, I came for 6 months…🤩 I’m sweating on whether this D-Lux 7 is genuine now, as the company has some very bad reviews amongst the snowstorm of good ones. Wish me luck. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farts4711 Posted October 12, 2023 Share #7 Posted October 12, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) 9 minutes ago, andybarton said: I have a former colleague who lives on your island 😉 And checking your profile I see you’re a red… I’m a blue but still wish me luck, with Leica-buying at least 😎 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
_ChrisDa_ Posted October 13, 2023 Share #8 Posted October 13, 2023 On 8/24/2023 at 1:14 AM, w44neg said: I've now found the "seal" is actually a leash for the lens cap lol. I'm still amazed at the amount of dust though. Hey w44neg! I do not have the D Lux, but the X1. To protect the lens from dust, I bought a tube and a filterglas. I guess such a combination could help you too. Greets Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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