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Dave call Rich Pinto to order them. There site is only setup for certain internet ordering and the bags are not one of those items. There is also leather and some other ones also

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Just a question...

 

Do you use 1 or 2 bags, I mean, let's say you are going to travel, do you have one bag to bring everything to destination and then use a smaller bag for daily use?

 

Because in most of these posts I see bags with 1 or 2 bodies with a couple of lenses. But imagine you go far and have 4 lenses, a flash unit, spare battery, sd cards, M8 charger!

 

What would you do then?

 

i have 2

one is a brand B for just a body a couple of lenses, bits and pieces

the other is a Billingham for extended forays and takes full 35mm kit, its around 15 yrs old and in khaki, so it matches DPM Desert issue uniform, ...you are what you wear :)

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I've been clearing out our box room and am just about to put the following onto our local FreeCycle website.

 

If anyone withing driving distance of Garndolbenmaen is interested please send me a private message - and before anyone raise the point, yes, I have heard of eBay and I can't be bothered...

 

1. LowePro Photo Trekker AW - a photographer’s back pack suitable for an extensive 35mm SLR or medium-format outfit. This is the large ‘all-weather’ version with a storm-proof coverall which tucks away into a pouch on the top. In very good condition (almost unused)

 

2. LowePro Stealth Reporter 650 AW - a large shoulder bag for a moderately large 35mm SLR or medium-format outfit - with a laptop computer slot. This is also an ‘all-weather’ version with a tuck-away storm-proof coverall.

 

3. LowePro Street+Field padded lens pouch Size 4 for large telephoto or zoom lens, with shoulder strap.

 

4. CCS (Camera Care Systems) Tusker top-loading shoulder bag for a large 35mm or digital SLR with a medium-length zoom lens.

 

5. Jessops Monopod 330.

 

6. Toshiba shoulder bag for a lap-top computer - suitable for a portable computer with a screen in the 12-14” range.

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Here's a solution that I found when I got my M2 in the late 1960's. It has worked for one camera, three extra lenses, film and light meter. Camera goes in a shoe bag, lenses in socks. Total investment was under $3, but those were pre-Reagan dollars. Unfortunately, B&H doesn't carry this bag any more (and never did).

 

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Given the apparent dust-sensitivity of the M8, I'll be looking for a slightly improved solution soon.

 

scott

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My preferred bag for leica gear is Billingham Hadley Original.

 

Larger capacity than you could think. I can pack in it :

1 Leica M8 body

+ 3 lenses : 21 + 35 + 75 or Noctilux

+ Apple Macbook

+ Accessories

 

I use it also to carry an EOS 1D mkII + 2 lenses or an Hasselblad 203 FE + 60-120 zoom.

 

+++ build and materials quality, 3 years old now and as perfect as on the first day.

 

 

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The A&A "Oskar's One Day" bag looks really good, and so do the larger Domke satchels. Some of the neighborhoods I pass through are not the best, so I don't want too much obvious "bling"! Let people think it contains utterly boring office paperwork and maybe a lunch.

 

Some of these are pretty loud, but I wouldn't really expect to find a camera in them (which could be good):

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Timbuk2 Bags - Timbuk2

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Here's a solution that I found when I got my M2 in the late 1960's. It has worked for one camera, three extra lenses, film and light meter. Camera goes in a shoe bag, lenses in socks. Total investment was under $3, but those were pre-Reagan dollars. Unfortunately, B&H doesn't carry this bag any more (and never did).

 

 

Given the apparent dust-sensitivity of the M8, I'll be looking for a slightly improved solution soon.

 

scott

 

coolest bag & cam ever, scott! :cool:

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Love my old Domke F2, but the most used is probably my Domke F-5XB...

 

Here's the old F2 after 17 year's of heavy use... :-)

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Dave call Rich Pinto to order them. There site is only setup for certain internet ordering and the bags are not one of those items. There is also leather and some other ones also

Thanks Guy: I have ordered the A&A bag. I stumbled on it on ebay---from same village Camera, same price.

Dave

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I have used the Domke J803 in ballistic nylon with an Optec Pro strap for about three years now and find it to be an excellent bag for an M and 5 lenses or two M's and 4 lenses plus pockets for tons of other stuff, including a full width back pocket for magazines or papers. I must admit that i am sorely tempted by one of the A&A "Oskar's One Day Bag". Shame that the UK dealer appears to be no longer trading.

 

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Thanks Guy: I have ordered the A&A bag. I stumbled on it on ebay---from same village Camera, same price.

Dave

 

Yes i forgot he does have them on e-bay . Rich is a nice guy and also check out his lens prices for used Leica stuff.

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The A&A "Oskar's One Day" bag looks really good, and so do the larger Domke satchels. Some of the neighborhoods I pass through are not the best, so I don't want too much obvious "bling"! Let people think it contains utterly boring office paperwork and maybe a lunch.

 

Some of these are pretty loud, but I wouldn't really expect to find a camera in them (which could be good):

FREITAG lab. AG :: Zürich

Timbuk2 Bags - Timbuk2

 

 

I purchased the Timbuk2 medium sized messenger a few years back to carry my Canon 1n and three lenses to replace an old Domke bag I bought on ebay. The Timbuk2 was a disappointment as it's essentially a large empty bag without compartments, even with padded inserts it never really functioned as desired. I went back to my old Domke when I purchased my 20D.

Unless Timbuk2 has created a line for photographers I'd steer clear of this line for photography

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Well I went overboard of course

 

V/C 15mm 4.5 , leica 24mm 2.8, 35 1.4 asph,50 1.4 asph , 75 f2 apo than on e-bay i picked up a 135 2.8 with the googles. later hoping for a Zeiss 21mm and Maybe a 28 but i will wait til l after the M8 comes. Too much. LOL

 

Didn't you forget about your 90 Elmarit? You must have too much stuff.

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:D It's been revised again. 15,21,28 cron,35 lux,50 lux,75 cron and the 90 elmarit. Everything is coded now except the 90 and IR filters for all except the 15mm. Anymore than this and i should be shot and not with a M8. LOL

 

That Nocti is looking good though.:D

 

I sold my 24mm to Jamie with a IR filter no less. LOL

 

I may get a new one down the road. The DMR stuff is the issue . I may sell my 28,50 and 80 and get a 28-90 and if I do that than i have to get the Nocti or 75 lux to make up for the look of the 80 lux on the R. Still debating this. I pick lenses for there look , reason why i have too many

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I must admit that i am sorely tempted by one of the A&A "Oskar's One Day Bag". Shame that the UK dealer appears to be no longer trading.

Eric,

 

Photovillage will ship to the UK; I've purchased a couple of items recently. They are very fast, around 3 days, but the shipping charge is $40 and beware of duty plus VAT ... and Royal Mail's £13 charge for the privilege of taking the duty and VAT from you - even over the 'net.

 

Pete.

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I purchased the Timbuk2 medium sized messenger a few years back to carry my Canon 1n and three lenses to replace an old Domke bag I bought on ebay. The Timbuk2 was a disappointment as it's essentially a large empty bag without compartments, even with padded inserts it never really functioned as desired. I went back to my old Domke when I purchased my 20D.

Unless Timbuk2 has created a line for photographers I'd steer clear of this line for photography

 

Many thanks LichMDI , you have saved from a rather costly mistake!

 

I will probably buy another cotton canvas Domke satchel. I wish I knew how to make these last for 17 years, but I'd be lucky to get 7 years of daily use out of them. Have previously tried Billingham and Tenba, but so far, Domke's been best for cramming a lot of gear into a smallish space.

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Many thanks LichMDI , you have saved from a rather costly mistake!

 

I will probably buy another cotton canvas Domke satchel. I wish I knew how to make these last for 17 years, but I'd be lucky to get 7 years of daily use out of them. Have previously tried Billingham and Tenba, but so far, Domke's been best for cramming a lot of gear into a smallish space.

 

My pleasure.

If I pick up the M8 later this year (have to clear it with the boss) I plan on following Guy's advise and pick up one of the A&A bags.

good luck,

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