M6TTL Viewfinder change questions

[bob338]

okay, much shorter post...

has anyone swapped out the viewfinder in an m6ttl for a different one? i want to put a .58 in a .85.

thanks for any replies.

bob.

 

[bob338]

polite bump.

 

[marke]

I've never had it done, but I believe DAG can do it.

Hmmm...I have an M6TTL with a .58. I rarely use it anymore.

 

[Rob-F]

It can be done. The problem is coming up with the finder you want to install. Leica won't sell a finder unless you turn in one of the same type/magnification. Sort of like turning in your old water pump for a rebuilt one. But that said, sometimes DAG will be able to come up with what you want. Maybe Sherry, too. Moi, I think it makes more sense to trade the camera for one with the finder you need.

 

[bob338]

just got an email back from leica...

"Bob,

Our Service Department charges $1,400.00 to do the modification. Their address is shown below.

Leica Camera Inc"

i guess i'll keep searching for a .58 to trade for...

bob

 

[Turtle]

just got an email back from leica...

"Bob,

Our Service Department charges $1,400.00 to do the modification. Their address is shown below.

Leica Camera Inc"

i guess i'll keep searching for a .58 to trade for...

bob

:O yikes....

 

[peter_n]

What Rob said. Sell yours and get a 0.58x. You would never recoup the cost if you sold on later.