Just ordered one Luigi's half case for my M3

[FrankS]

Luigi = top notch product and top notch guy.

 

[Kim Coxon]

I do wish people would stop talking about Luigi's cases. Every time I read such a post, I get all itchy and then go green with my resolve weakening. 🙁
I really can't afford one at the moment and I just know that if I got one, I would have to have another for t'other Leica. It's just not fair!

Kim

 

[RicardoD]

Kim,

This isn't a case but I just ordered one of these babies for my Rolleiflex.

http://www.leicatime.com/BlackRolleiStrapSdr.jpg

Picked up a beater strap on ebay and sending the clamps off to Luigi on Monday. Since I don't have a "collectable" Rolleiflex this is going to be a super nice addition to the camera.

 

[Kim Coxon]

I know, I know, I know. That's why it is so cruel going on about them!

Kim

Kim -- they are soft, they have a feel that is similar to your first experience holding a leica M --- he makes them for most any camera --- he also makes gadget bags and purses for the ladies.....

he is a true genius with his craft...

it's worth every penny -- it's cheaper than most lenses, and it protects your camera...

 

[roundg]

It arrived!!!

This noon, just came back from lunch, I found a package on my desk. It's the Luigi's case I have been waiting for.......

So great! I love it curve, I love its feel. The small grip is such a sweet thing, I must say. The strap is so soft. and comfortable on my neck. Thanks, Luigi.

This is a special made one for old budda ears M3. So may I optimistially guess it's the only gray one in the world for old M3?

One question, when you use the case, do you add the ring-protection pad of the deluxe strap? I found it's quite tight when fix and remove the case with the protection pad.

Some snap pices taken 5 mins ago....

 

[back alley]

i like that grey!

 

[LADP]

It arrived!!!

This noon, just came back from lunch, I found a package on my desk. It's the Luigi's case I have been waiting for.......

So great! I love it curve, I love its feel. The small grip is such a sweet thing, I must say. The strap is so soft. and comfortable on my neck. Thanks, Luigi.

This is a special made one for old budda ears M3. So may I optimistially guess it's the only gray one in the world for old M3?

One question, when you use the case, do you add the ring-protection pad of the deluxe strap? I found it's quite tight when fix and remove the case with the protection pad.

Some snap pices taken 5 mins ago....

Very nice!

I cut the leather tabs off my Luigi strap for the same reason. I also noticed on Luigi's site that he had two photos showing the straps without the leather "tabs" when used with a half case. The only issue IMO would be if you plan to use the strap without the 1/2 case sometimes, in which case you would miss the protection of the tabs.

 

[roundg]

Thank， Joe and LADP.

This time Luigi used a green color soft leather for the inner layer. I found I love it more than the red inner one shown in Luigi's website.

Regarding the protection tab, I guess I will leave them there. Most of the case I will use the half case and a wrist strap together.

 

[EmilGil]

I'm pretty sure I'm getting one of Luigi's 1/2 cases from my wife for Christmas. I like the aged brown and also the rally colored cases. Can't wait to wrap my MP in it.

Although I haven't got a wife to give me a case, I'm choosing between the same colours. I really like the rally one, but sometimes I get the idea that it is to red for me and that the aged brown would suit me better...

Anyone got both? 🙂

 

[pvenables]

The "desert" finish is beautiful. I can highly recommend it [I have the cheapest "ECO" half-case with the built-in grip on a chrome M2]. Luigi is the man. Wonderful, [relatively] inexpensive products, a total gentleman to deal with.

Luigi - se sta leggendo quest'e-mail, spero che abbia un buonissimo Natale !!.

Paul

 

[Turtle]

I just found another good reson to get a decent case.......

...try holding a metal camera with a 90mm lens on it at -11 degs C. Your hands get mighty chilly. Mine improves the grip enormously too. The Luigi leather is super grippy too. Again, Luigi cases have that human touch that is so rare these days. The sort of 'man rather than machine-made' thing that stays in a family and is passed down AND carries something with it as it goes. Just like Leicas perhaps? I am not a fan of exotic patterns. mine is plain black and teh next one might be an adeventurous brown.

 

[Turtle]

Oh, the tabs..with time they ease off and prevent the pushing of the strap outwards if you get me. I just slip my trigger finger inside the strap and find that very confortable and soon becomes habit (I have had mine only a month).

 

[roundg]

Again, Luigi cases have that human touch that is so rare these days. The sort of 'man rather than machine-made' thing that stays in a family and is passed down AND carries something with it as it goes. Just like Leicas perhaps?

Dear Turtle, I like your description on the "human touch", and fully agree with you.:angel:

 

[Turtle]

Heres the black one on my MP.

 

[roundg]

Turtle, thanks so much for the pic and suggestion. A very sexy MP in the case. Now I feel comfortable to use the strap with the pad and wait it to be soft.

 

[bobkonos]

Welcome to the Luigi Users Group (LUG). But you just cannot stop at a lower case. Oh no, you'll need another strap, and do not forget to get at least one wrist strap. I think what makes his stuff beyond best is that he is a joy to work with and know. Next up for me: a lower case for my IIIG. Enjoy!