arpey Posted April 22, 2008 Share #1 Posted April 22, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) ... now I need some advice, please. Over the weekend, I was out shooting some film with my SL2, using my 350 mm Telyt lens. During a moment of inattention, I stupidly allowed the lens to swing down on the tripod and the retractable lens hood banged fairly hard against one of the tripod legs. I now have a small, but very noticeable dent at the very front edge of the lens hood. The hood retracts fine, without engaging the lens body. But, this was a perfect lens before and now it's not -- bugs the hell out of me and certainly detracts from the lens' market value. Is this the sort of thing where a home-repair might be attempted ... or should I send this lens somewhere for professional remedial attention? Where's the best place to have work like this done? What's it likely to cost. I'm really bummed out! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Peyton Hoge Posted April 22, 2008 Share #2 Posted April 22, 2008 As long as it works OK, just keep using it. Market value means nothing, unless you are trying to sell it. Peyton Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildlightphoto Posted April 23, 2008 Share #3 Posted April 23, 2008 Market value means nothing, unless you are trying to sell it. And the cost of repairs might exceed the loss of market value. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
storybrown Posted April 23, 2008 Share #4 Posted April 23, 2008 Sorry about the accident. I've had a few similar incidents. Thankfully, in your case, while it could have wrecked the optics, it wasn't serious & the lens remains as good a ever. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob_x2004 Posted April 23, 2008 Share #5 Posted April 23, 2008 Is it curved out of shape or creased? Any pics? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gvaliquette Posted April 27, 2008 Share #6 Posted April 27, 2008 As long as it works OK, just keep using it.Peyton I agree with Peyton. I also have a 350 Telyt and can imagine a similar mishap happening to my lens. However, I bought the lens to use it, and would be happy if it survived in a fully functional state. Oh, and by the way, you did not do something stupid. It's just that s--t happens! Guy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
arpey Posted April 28, 2008 Author Share #7 Posted April 28, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) OK ... thanks for the kind words ... but, it really felt stupid at the time and it still feels stupid today ... although, maybe "careless" would be a better choice of words. I inherited this gear from my Dad and still am learning to care for it properly ... I really regret dinging it up due to nothing more than a momentary lapse of attention. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
arpey Posted April 30, 2008 Author Share #8 Posted April 30, 2008 Here are a couple of images showing the ding ... what I'm trying to decide is this: a) should I just leave it alone, should I make a "do it yourself" effort to remove the ding (while sometimes careless, I'm reasonably handy with tools), or c) would it be worthwhile to pay a professional to make the repair? Some thoughts on this by more experienced users would be appreciated. Thanks. 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/51270-ok-ive-done-something-stupid/?do=findComment&comment=548997'>More sharing options...
wildlightphoto Posted May 1, 2008 Share #9 Posted May 1, 2008 You probably don't want to see the pix of my SL2 & 280 f/4 APO before repair. My incident WAS caused by stupidity, I picked the camera up by the monopod w/o verifying that the QR clamp connecting the monopod to the shoulder stock was tight. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard Posted May 1, 2008 Share #10 Posted May 1, 2008 Same thing happened to me with a 400/6.8 lens. On that lens, the lens hood is simply screwed onto the displaceable hood holder. I bought a replacement hood from Leica (around 50 Euros, if I remember correctly), screwed it on and, bingo, no more headaches. Try to contact Leica, they will tell you if it is as easy a fix on your lens as well. Cheers, Andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnguyen Posted May 1, 2008 Share #11 Posted May 1, 2008 if it really bothers you like it always does to me I would send it to leica repair shop. They can remove the dinged hood and put on a new one for you. One cheaper alternative - stop looking at it... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
arpey Posted May 1, 2008 Author Share #12 Posted May 1, 2008 I e-mailed Leica Repair and sent them the photos shown above. They estimate they can replace the hood for $200, parts and labor. Or, they can sell me the hood for $175 and I can get it installed here locally (given the lens design, they don't recommend the "do it yourself" approach to replacing the hood.) Seems to me that extra $25 to have them do the work is a no-brainer. Not sure I know whether the ding reduced the lens value by $200 or not, but my anxiety over this damage probably makes the repair worth that much to me. Thanks everybody for your commiseration. Not sure why this bugs me so -- I think I just hate to see a well designed, well manufactured object in less than pristine condition. Maybe this will train me to be more careful in the future. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gvaliquette Posted May 1, 2008 Share #13 Posted May 1, 2008 There is an old story/legend: Bloke bought a new car. Bloke scratches new car finish with car key. Now, bloke does not loose sleep over minor dings and dangs on once new car. For whateverit's worth! Guy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob_x2004 Posted May 2, 2008 Share #14 Posted May 2, 2008 I'd get a pair of multi grips and an old tee shirt. Fold it out carefully and you will be lucky to see the scar. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyp Posted May 2, 2008 Share #15 Posted May 2, 2008 I'd second what Rob said. This could get very expensive if you did this every time you ding something. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
northpole Posted May 4, 2008 Share #16 Posted May 4, 2008 I suspect market value has little to do with your quandry - more the fact that it was your dad's and that it may as well have a flashing light on the hood every time you take the lens out! No problems - send it in and have the new hood fitted. No matter how good a diy repair, you'll always see it!! Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob_x2004 Posted May 4, 2008 Share #17 Posted May 4, 2008 No matter how good a diy repair, you'll always see it!! :D:D Garbage. Admittedly the Summilux has a thicker front edge, was folded down severely and creased about the size of two thumbs and the hood wouldnt even rotate let alone retract. If I recall it cracked teh filter. Yea apologies for the images but all I could be bothered. .... 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/51270-ok-ive-done-something-stupid/?do=findComment&comment=550941'>More sharing options...
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