Leather case for Contax IIa?

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I've getting a Contax IIa, and I'd like to get a leather case for it. The examples I've seen on e-bay as going for ~$50.00 for ratty-looking examples. I compared the Contax (for size) to my Kiev 4AM, and it's not even close. Would a modern Leica half-case do the job if there are no reasonably-priced Contax cases in good condition to be had?

Thank you to all who reply.

With best regards, Pfreddee(Stephen)
 
I bought a nice new one from Japan Camera Hunter.
I have two original Zeiss ones, but the straps are unsafe, and I don't like putting straps on the camera lugs. So I went for a new one from Japan.
 
IIa case

IIa case

:bang: Bought one for what I thought was a good price, but...

Turns out the IIa I have has a 1/4-20 hole and the case has the larger 3/8 screw.

Can't figure how to change either without messing something up!

Suggestions? Trades?

PM me.

SID
 
puderse said:
:bang: Bought one for what I thought was a good price, but...

Turns out the IIa I have has a 1/4-20 hole and the case has the larger 3/8 screw.

Can't figure how to change either without messing something up!

Suggestions? Trades?

PM me.

SID
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If you look at the 1/4-20 hole of the IIa you will see a set screw around it.

Remove this set screw then unscrew the 1/4-20 bolt.

Then you will have a 3/8 screw hole in the bottom of your camera.

;)
 
I'll try that right after work!!!

I knew it had to be pilot error, the Zeiss guys were too good. Every time I hold my folding Contess I'm amazed!

SID
 
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