iShutterbug Posted November 14, 2008 Share #21 Posted November 14, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) Now you've got me all worked up. Not to start a riot but here's the way I actually shoot it, UV filter and hood, with 5cm viewfinder. I think it looks better than the big ol' 3.5cm viewfinder--more balanced--and the 5cm viewfinder is easier on my trifocals. I can see my subject clearer and have the delicious anticipation that I'm going to get more scenery on all sides (but don't know exactly how much). Still need proper period case to put on cover of some mag. 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/62264-leica-ii/?do=findComment&comment=715695'>More sharing options...
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LeonardT Posted November 14, 2008 Share #22 Posted November 14, 2008 I get a good one but it's a 3/8" tripod lug, need to figure a way to replace with 1/4". Wimberly and I'm sure other companies make a 3/8" to 1/4" adapter. Their adapter will fit into the older Leica bodies but it's a little too long. It's made of brass and I'm sure can be filed down shorter. Their part# is BS-100 and costs $3.00. Len Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeonardT Posted November 14, 2008 Share #23 Posted November 14, 2008 Oops. I just reread your post. I think I described the wrong end. But it still works to convert your 3/8" body tripod mount to 1/4" Len Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
iShutterbug Posted November 14, 2008 Share #24 Posted November 14, 2008 No problem, thanks for the suggestion, Leonard. I've purchased a box-full of old cases on eBay and plan to experiment on a couple of the worst of them by carefully slitting the threads around the bottom corner which has the tripod socket and seeing if I can replace a 3/8" with a 1/4" and put it back together again without it looking too amateurish. Doubt it. The other idea I've come up with is getting one of those circular drill bits like you use to cut out a doorknob hole in a door. If I can find one that's, say, 1/2" or 5/16" in diameter I might be able to center and drill out from the bottom a 3/8" tripod hole/lug, do the same with a 1/4" hole/lug and fit it in and fasten it to the old 3/8" tripod thumbwheel arrangement on the bottom of classic Leica cases. This could work if I did it right, and be least traumatic for the case. My third alternative is to purchase baseplates with 3/8" tripod lugs for my ii, iiif, iiig. That way these cameras of mine will fit in the nice cases I got that have that size lug, and then use the 1/4" adapter on the case tripod hole if I decide to use it on a tripod, just like you suggested. I haven't been able to get--or swap--for any 3/8" hole baseplates, so that's where I am on that. What I like is the style with the high top and long nose so I can carry and put to bed my camera with Summarit and viewfinder/meter mounted--which for 50 years I've had for my iiif until, when I was showing it off to some digital camera salesmen, the threads disintergrated before my very eyes and the nose fell off! Investigating this situation I've decided I like the idea of the front covering of the case to be detachable, ending up with a half-case, but I want to be able to snap the other half on it for storage. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
UliWer Posted November 14, 2008 Share #25 Posted November 14, 2008 T Luigi, we need some help, are you listening? Luigi Crecenzi makes leather-cases for the II: http://www.leicatime.com/a000-CasesLeicaScrewMt.htm Though on his website he shows only half-cases he might be willing to make you one as you wish (but be prepared to pay more for the case than for the cam). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_peter_m Posted November 15, 2008 Share #26 Posted November 15, 2008 Luigi, I didn't know they made a 35 for the LTM, I seen some 50 Sumilux before but never the 35 Sumicron. Don, Looks like you are all set on rebuilding a bunch of cases, If you get stuck and need some pointers I can help you out. You will want to get some saddle soap or Leather New, those old cases are probably pretty dry and could use a bit of live back in the leather before you work on them. Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
iShutterbug Posted November 15, 2008 Share #27 Posted November 15, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) Thanks, Uli and Peter, Yup, you saw right through me, I'm a total beginner when it comes to leather work, thanks for any tips. I like Luigi's cases but, like I said, I'd like a full wraparound case, kind of "classic" or "period." And above all, *inexpensive*. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_peter_m Posted November 15, 2008 Share #28 Posted November 15, 2008 Don, This should get you going on how to hand stitch WIld Rose Trading Co - Leather Sewing Except since there is the stitch holes already you can use a round awl since you only have to open the holes to get the needles trough. Before you start pull out all the old broken pieces of thread it will make for a much nicer job. When get into it you should see how the screw is held in the case, shouldn't be to hard to swap them out. Keep us updated on how you make out Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
iShutterbug Posted November 15, 2008 Share #29 Posted November 15, 2008 Wow, Peter, that book is *exactly* what I need. Thank you very, very much! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeonardT Posted November 15, 2008 Share #30 Posted November 15, 2008 Wow, Peter, that book is *exactly* what I need. Thank you very, very much! I think we're seeing a new career in the making. Len Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_peter_m Posted November 16, 2008 Share #31 Posted November 16, 2008 You are welcome Don! Have fun with the restoration project Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vickersdc Posted November 28, 2008 Share #32 Posted November 28, 2008 I bought my first Leica about this time last year - a 1937 Leica II, and it's a joy to use. Like you, when I first bought it I used an Industar lens on it until I could afford an 50mm f3.5 Elmar - but I went for the Red Scale. Just the other day I received my newest lens for it - a 1934 uncoated 90mm f4 Elmar which I can't wait to try out. Enjoy your camera, they are still emminently usable, excellent value and fit in a pocket! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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