lincoln_m Posted March 29, 2012 Share #141 Posted March 29, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) Robert, Leica used equipment prices are still growing , especially the lenses. Double in 10 years, much better than many forms on investment, and you get to use it and take great picture along the way. So think of it as an investment that by keeping it in working order you are helping maintain, then the price won't see so bad. That's what I tell her anyway. Lincoln Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted March 29, 2012 Posted March 29, 2012 Hi lincoln_m, Take a look here Why not an "I love my M7" thread?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
robert-gregory Posted March 31, 2012 Share #142 Posted March 31, 2012 Hello Lincoln, You're preaching to the choir as for Leica=investment. Although I [mostly] use my cameras I've always thought of them as 'money in the bank' to move up-down-sideways gear wise with. The M7 Titanium was an exception to the 'hold and use' philosophy. I don't think too many were sold to actually use, and a 'collector' would want it that way if they are paying a premium for this camera. But… it does really scream to be in the hands and used. Its such a nice camera/lens with a quality to it that I can say after 40 years of M-series is unique. And if anyone would 'kill' for the [only 50 offered] three lens Set… please don't!, but you may have to give a kidney. They don't come on the market often, but the last M7 3 lens Titanium Set I saw for sale I think went for something like $35,000usd. M7s are cool! A quality M-series with a little more :-) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kokoshawnuff Posted April 5, 2012 Share #143 Posted April 5, 2012 I figure this is a decent place to ask: When I load film (always off the shelf 36 exp. as opposed to bulk loaded) into my M2 or M3 I can typically get 39 full frames most of the time—always get 00-36 and get the unmarked '37' about 80% of the time. With my new M7 I've only had 00-37 once in about 12 rolls. Does anyone know of a trick or technique to help me increase those odds with my M7? Thanks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted April 26, 2012 Share #144 Posted April 26, 2012 I'm documenting the workplace with M7 and XP2, the majority were first employed around 1970 to 1980 and are now starting to retire. It's just a private project though 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/99689-why-not-an-i-love-my-m7-thread/?do=findComment&comment=1994194'>More sharing options...
Frank1 Posted May 1, 2012 Share #145 Posted May 1, 2012 Like it:) Greetings Frank 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/99689-why-not-an-i-love-my-m7-thread/?do=findComment&comment=1998223'>More sharing options...
seanbonner Posted May 11, 2012 Share #146 Posted May 11, 2012 Just upgraded from an M2 to this M7 and definitely am in love. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruhayat Posted May 24, 2012 Share #147 Posted May 24, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) I just bought mine last week, after starting a "Summilux fund" for 2 months. But then an M7 came up for sale at a cheap-ish price, so I got it instead. Now I have to start a new fund to buy the M7 a proper 28mm Elmarit. 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/99689-why-not-an-i-love-my-m7-thread/?do=findComment&comment=2022224'>More sharing options...
kanzlr Posted May 24, 2012 Share #148 Posted May 24, 2012 M7? you mean that half arsed Konika Hexar RF copy? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penzes Posted June 9, 2012 Share #149 Posted June 9, 2012 Finally I found a motor for the M7 for a reasonable price. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Geschlecht Posted June 10, 2012 Share #150 Posted June 10, 2012 Hello kokoshawnuff, You might try: Rewind & remove film in camera. Fire shutter. Take off baseplate & open back. Insert film cartridge in left side of camera & put the film end in the takeup claws. Advance wind lever enough to make sure film is properly engaged & not slipping. Snug film in cartridge slightly by turning rewind crank GENTLY until it stops. Advance wind lever enough for the film to begin to move out of the cartridge & for you to be sure the film is engaged. Stop. Turn rewind crank GENTLY until it stops. This snugs up film in cartridge. Yes, I know we already did this. Once you are sure film is properly engaged close back & attach baseplate. Advance to + 2 firing shutter after each advance w/ lens hood off or collapsed & lens appropriately covered. On an M3 you can watch the rewind dots go backwards as you advance the film. Snug rewind crank. Enjoy. Best Regards, Michael It is often useful to keep a re-usable test roll of film available to practice or sometimes just in case you have to test for something. You might do the above procedure w/ the test roll a few times w/ the back open or off & the baseplate both off & on. Don't forget to look @ your rewind going backwards as you are advancing the film on occasion during a roll of film just to make sure all is OK. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
philipus Posted June 12, 2012 Share #151 Posted June 12, 2012 An excellent step-by-step, Michael. I have found it helps to tighten the film in the roll by holding the leader and turning the plastic axis that juts out. I've also discovered that putting the leader as far "through" the empty space between the three claws as possible, but without going all the way through, will ensure the film will be firmly caught by less than a full turn on the film advance lever. I use an M6TTL BP, which has the M3 rewind with two red dots, and, having tightened the film as described above, I can already see the dots moving the first time I advance the film. Cheers philip Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootinglulu Posted June 28, 2012 Share #152 Posted June 28, 2012 Hello..I've decided on the M7 for my film camera choice:) I'm looking for the .85 version with the later MP finder. This is proving hard to find, is it worth the wait?..I have found a nice older .85 one without the MP finder and maybe i should go for it, what do you think? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted June 28, 2012 Share #153 Posted June 28, 2012 Mine was an older M7 and I never had a problem with the finder. You can always have it changed later. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted June 28, 2012 Share #154 Posted June 28, 2012 Mine was an older M7 and I never had a problem with the finder. Ditto. Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootinglulu Posted June 28, 2012 Share #155 Posted June 28, 2012 Thankyou..I'll go for the camera then..Very excited to be getting my first proper Leica! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted July 19, 2012 Share #156 Posted July 19, 2012 *bump* 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/99689-why-not-an-i-love-my-m7-thread/?do=findComment&comment=2066247'>More sharing options...
mr35mm Posted July 19, 2012 Share #157 Posted July 19, 2012 My M7 located in Istanbul 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/99689-why-not-an-i-love-my-m7-thread/?do=findComment&comment=2066262'>More sharing options...
mr35mm Posted July 23, 2012 Share #158 Posted July 23, 2012 here is a new picture 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/99689-why-not-an-i-love-my-m7-thread/?do=findComment&comment=2069154'>More sharing options...
Keith (M) Posted July 23, 2012 Share #159 Posted July 23, 2012 Late morning coffee after wandering around the Tuesday market in Brantome (Perigord region of France) earlier this month 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/99689-why-not-an-i-love-my-m7-thread/?do=findComment&comment=2069576'>More sharing options...
Mikseer Posted July 27, 2012 Share #160 Posted July 27, 2012 Late morning coffee after wandering around the Tuesday market in Brantome (Perigord region of France) earlier this month Very expensive! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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