yanidel Posted October 10, 2009 Share #41 Posted October 10, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) Wanted to let you all know that Luigi contacted me after I posted the pictures of the marks on my M8 in the early part of this thread. I sent him pictures which he analyzed in details. Luigi is convinced that the problem comes from the fact that my M8 is one of the very early ones, that came with a bad metal finish. To make sure it would not happen again, even with the early M8's, he modified the stitches thread. Hope it shows how Luigi care about his product. I feel confident that this problem is resolved so will probably order a case to protect my M9 in extended trips (whenever this camera dares arrive ...) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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fishblimp Posted October 10, 2009 Share #42 Posted October 10, 2009 Do you still own the case that caused the marks? If so can you feel any sort of roughness or anything when you rub your finger over the stitches? I wonder how he changed it o what he changed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mc_k Posted October 12, 2009 Share #43 Posted October 12, 2009 It may have been a problem with the dye in some stitching, and leaving the camera in the case for a prolonged period. There was an earlier post about a chrome M8 with non-permanent marks from the stitches. Anyway, I would take Luigi's "totally solved" at face value, and not hesitate to buy a case. They protect the finish from oils and scratches. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
yanidel Posted October 12, 2009 Share #44 Posted October 12, 2009 The change he made to the case is to make a a much thinner inner thread, so it gets less exposed to direct contact I guess. There is no roughness over the stitches on mine, to the opposite I would say, the contact to the metal smoothened them. But my case also got some of the red interiors that got stained in black due to contact. So really, it can only be the camera loosing its pain which should not happen. As said earlier, this is one of the very early M8's, this problem was apparently not detected on later cameras. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hookonclassic Posted October 13, 2009 Share #45 Posted October 13, 2009 I am using a Luigi half case (rally brown) with case grip and hanging flap on my chrome M8.2 really like it. No issue of any stitching mark on my camera. However, I hope Luigi can use stitching on camera strap as I have repaired the glued leather "link" piece twice since using it for less than a year. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Bébèrt Posted October 23, 2009 Share #46 Posted October 23, 2009 Not one scratch on the screen after 2 years. Just some 'wear and tear' on the body, bit of brass showing where there is no protection of the case. The version with build-in grip lifts the ergonomics to a higher level. (Pict is from 2007) Bit of vintage look after 2 years of abuse... but still fits as a glove. 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/97727-m9-and-luigi-half-case-a-question/?do=findComment&comment=1087221'>More sharing options...
fishblimp Posted October 29, 2009 Share #47 Posted October 29, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) has anyone had an Artist & Artisan half case for their M8/8.2/9? I know they're different than Luigi's cases, but I want a case to protect my M and a shop near me carries the A&A's (not to mention that Luigi hasn't repsonded to me in over 2 months so I'm tired of waiting). are they good cases? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lsolum Posted October 29, 2009 Share #48 Posted October 29, 2009 I ordered from Luigi via his eBay auction. Very prompt service. His cases are beautifully done & you might consider that route. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jager Posted October 30, 2009 Share #49 Posted October 30, 2009 Bit of vintage look after 2 years of abuse... but still fits as a glove. Bert, in the first of your two images, what color is that? Very nice, BTW... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrice Posted October 30, 2009 Share #50 Posted October 30, 2009 I believe they're both the same case Jeff Looks like the Rally colour. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Bébèrt Posted October 30, 2009 Share #51 Posted October 30, 2009 Bert, in the first of your two images, what color is that? Very nice, BTW... Aged brown and doubble Aged brown... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotografr Posted October 30, 2009 Share #52 Posted October 30, 2009 Black M8, black Luigi half case without flap for 2 1/2 years with electrostatic plastic cover for same period. Result: No marks on M8, no scratches on screen and 2 1/2 years of comfortable gripping. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Bébèrt Posted October 30, 2009 Share #53 Posted October 30, 2009 Aged brown and doubble Aged brown... after two years Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke_Miller Posted October 31, 2009 Share #54 Posted October 31, 2009 has anyone had an Artist & Artisan half case for their M8/8.2/9? I know they're different than Luigi's cases, but I want a case to protect my M and a shop near me carries the A&A's (not to mention that Luigi hasn't repsonded to me in over 2 months so I'm tired of waiting). are they good cases? I just got one for my M8.2. It is a very nicely made case. The sides come up to even with the top plate so looks like it will provide good protection. I have no experience with the Leica or Luigi half cases so I can't offer a comparison. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Summicron1951 Posted November 4, 2009 Share #55 Posted November 4, 2009 Mine arrived today, about 4 days after ordering it! It is beautiful and his fine reputation is well deserved! Jim Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
larryk34 Posted November 4, 2009 Share #56 Posted November 4, 2009 Sometimes I think I like the Luigi case more than the M8. But I really like leather and Luigi really knows how to fit the case like a glove to the camera. I think any camea feels strange without a leather case on it. I have the one with the built-in hand grip and hanging flap. The grip makes it much easier to hold the camera, especially with one hand. I pay little attention to the hanging flap. I always close it when I turn off the camera while not in use. I often shoot with the flap hanging down, hardly noticing that it's there. Cannot imagine using a M8 or M9 (or even my M6) without a Luigi case. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishblimp Posted November 13, 2009 Share #57 Posted November 13, 2009 Just received my luigi case. I'm not one to swoon over anything but this case really is spectacular. At first glance j didn't like the detail of stitching for where the thumbs up cutout would go, but in the end I feel like there's character to it. I can't wait for it to wear in. It only took a week to get! Wouldve been a shorter time if FedEx hadn't messed up and attempted delivery to the wrong address 3 times. A side note: if you ever need to ship something to NYC, I recommend using UPS or USPS WWWWAY over using FedEx. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stealthman_1 Posted November 13, 2009 Share #58 Posted November 13, 2009 I ordered my Luigi half case on a Sunday night and it was on my desk in California on Thursday morning. I love high quality leather, own a few pairs of very expensive, hand made, Italian shoes. The Luigi case is top notch and smells beautifully. Now if I can just get a camera to fill it up! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
i-Leica Posted May 21, 2010 Share #59 Posted May 21, 2010 I got my Luigi case in black today :) Thank You Luigi for the quality - much better as the Leica Camera protector!!! Regards Jarek Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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