amorteguy Posted January 21, 2008 Share #1 Posted January 21, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) I purchased another M3 (later dual stroke) and when I opened the base I found that it differed from my other M3. It sure looked like a newer model baseplate and the take up spool was different also. If anyone can shed some light on this particual equipment and whether this make any difference, it would be appreciated. Please see the photo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted January 21, 2008 Posted January 21, 2008 Hi amorteguy, Take a look here M3 baseplate/take up spool not original. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
crm.ecosse Posted January 21, 2008 Share #2 Posted January 21, 2008 I purchased another M3 (later dual stroke) and when I opened the base I found that it differed from my other M3. It sure looked like a newer model baseplate and the take up spool was different also. If anyone can shed some light on this particual equipment and whether this make any difference, it would be appreciated. Please see the photo. Anthony, This M3 base-plate is fitted with the Leitz produced - 'Rapid film loading system for all LEICA M models (except M5, M4 and MDa).' This alternative assembly allowed users of earlier M models to mimic the rapid-loading system introduced with the M4 / MDa in 1967. The Leitz reference for this item was 14 260. This item is available today from Schouten in The Netherlands. Link below - Schouten Select Cameras & Accessories! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
amorteguy Posted January 22, 2008 Author Share #3 Posted January 22, 2008 Thanks for the info. I wanted my M to be original, so I'm not ecstatic that it's been modified. But, this is pretty minor, so it's not a big deal. I don't see how this little doo-hicky will do anything that the standard baseplate wont do. I guess we'll see. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
giordano Posted January 22, 2008 Share #4 Posted January 22, 2008 Thanks for the info. I wanted my M to be original, so I'm not ecstatic that it's been modified. But, this is pretty minor, so it's not a big deal. I don't see how this little doo-hicky will do anything that the standard baseplate wont do. I guess we'll see. What it does differently is allow you to load film without removing the take-up spool (though in my experience it doesn't work nearly as well as the arrangement in the M4 onwards). Returning the camera to its original state is simply a matter of acquiring a standard take-up spool and removing the plastic fitting from the baseplate. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_newell Posted January 24, 2008 Share #5 Posted January 24, 2008 What it does differently is allow you to load film without removing the take-up spool (though in my experience it doesn't work nearly as well as the arrangement in the M4 onwards). Returning the camera to its original state is simply a matter of acquiring a standard take-up spool and removing the plastic fitting from the baseplate. ...and then sell the rapid load parts, which will more than repay the OP's efforts and disappointment! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
amorteguy Posted January 29, 2008 Author Share #6 Posted January 29, 2008 ...and then sell the rapid load parts, which will more than repay the OP's efforts and disappointment! Really? I do have an extra take-up real. I've had no problems loading the standard reel. I may just do that. I didn't even know there would be any demand for the unit. Thanks for the tip. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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