Strap lugs

[Jerevan]

I put a new strap on my camera, and I wonder if I can trust the lugs? Are the lugs replaceable?

 

[KoNickon]

If the lugs fail, it's more a question of whether the camera is replaceable, right?

I haven't heard of Leica strap lugs failing, myself.

 

[furcafe]

Maybe not failing (though that does happen, even w/the new M), but they can wear through surprisingly quickly if you have modern split-rings going through them.

To answer the OP, yes they can be replaced.

I haven't heard of Leica strap lugs failing, myself.

 

[Livesteamer]

I have also heard of them coming loose. If they are still firmly attached and in good shape then you are probably safe. I believe they are riveted onto the body shell. Joe

 

[Jerevan]

Thanks, gentlemen!

Yes, they are firmly seated (but a bit brassed on the outside after only 73 years). The camera is not very heavy, and I use round rings (took off the original ones) so I think I am in the clear.

 

[Pablito]

good thing to worry about.

 

[Dez]

Thanks, gentlemen!

Yes, they are firmly seated (but a bit brassed on the outside after only 73 years). The camera is not very heavy, and I use round rings (took off the original ones) so I think I am in the clear.

If they are only a bit brassed after 73 years, assuming constant usage patterns, you should be good until the 25th century or so, methinks. May be hard to get film.

Cheers,
Dez