zeitoun
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Hi,
Though I have bonded quite tightly with my 1932 Leica II, its vulcanite's bond to the camera has recently become much looser and pieces of it are flaking off and falling...
I am thus beginning to think of replacing the vulcanite and was wondering if I could get some advice as to which replacement "vulcanite" would look and feel the most as the original and where to get it. Pictures on the internet can be quite misleading...
Thanks in advance,
Paul
Though I have bonded quite tightly with my 1932 Leica II, its vulcanite's bond to the camera has recently become much looser and pieces of it are flaking off and falling...
I am thus beginning to think of replacing the vulcanite and was wondering if I could get some advice as to which replacement "vulcanite" would look and feel the most as the original and where to get it. Pictures on the internet can be quite misleading...
Thanks in advance,
Paul
madNbad
Well-known
Hugo Camera Leather: https://hugostudio.com/rangefinder.html
They offer a variety of leathers, fit well and fast shipping.
They offer a variety of leathers, fit well and fast shipping.
zeitoun
Established
Dear MadNBad,
Thank you for your prompt answer. Do you know which of the different coverings offered resembles the original vulcanite the most?
Paul
Thank you for your prompt answer. Do you know which of the different coverings offered resembles the original vulcanite the most?
Paul
madNbad
Well-known
The only kits I have purchased from them were for a couple of Nikkormat's. One was stingray leather, not cheap but offered a lot of grip. The descriptions on their site are fairly accurate and they respond to correspondence quickly. I'm sure you're going to get a few more suggestions.
PaintedNikkormat FT2
PaintedNikkormat FT2
zeitoun
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Thanks, MadNBad.
I have written to them and I am waiting for their answer.
All the best,
Paul
I have written to them and I am waiting for their answer.
All the best,
Paul