bob l

KAMERALEDER is still in business. I reciently purchased two additional straps, and talked to George on the phone, and e-mail.

They are the finest strap available. Not necessarily the least expensive, just the best. Sometimes you get what you pay for.

Bob

Hello Charles,

By far the VERY best strap is one made by KAMERALEDER.

http://www.kameraleder.com/

George Elanjian is the owner/designer, and LHSA member.

After trying them all, for so many years, these are the best.

Best regards,

Bob

Hi Gary,

Look inside the back cover of any of the recient LHSA "Leica Catalog" and you will see the complete "LHSA EQUIPMENT GRADING GUIDE" for both new and used items.

Not a member, you should be!. A great organization!. With a lot of member benefits, including the VIEWFINDER publication once a quarter.

Join today !.

Best regards,

Bob

Recently I inherited a Leica IIf (no slow speeds) in mint like condition. The year of the camera '53-54 (677xxx).

Inside was a roll of Kodachrome-X, ASA 64, with more than half of the roll having been exposed.

The camera has always been stored in a dry, cool, climate.

I would love to see the pictures that were taken, but I am not sure if the film would still be good.

What year did Kodak stop making Kodachrome-X ?.

Do you think it would be worth the chance to try and have the film developed ?

Who would you recommend develop the Kodachrome-X ?.

Any advise most appreciated.

Thanks,

Bob

Hi Tom,

Thanks for the review. Hopefully I will have my new CV 35/2.5 in time for the "Spring Shoot". It should arrive either today or tomorrow.

I will talk to you more about it when I see you in Victoria, BC. this weekend. Pray for sunshine !.

Bob Langjahr

Ken,

Mark Theken is the most downright,upright Leica man in the whole world. He is as honest, and fair as anyone you would ever deal with.

I have bought numerous items from him and never been disappointed.

He's a nice guy too !. A pleasure to do business with !.

Bob

Jake----

What is the date today ?

:>)))

Babar, Here is the link:

http://www.rmwilliams.com.au/shop/ProductView.asp?ID=86

for Williams Saddle Dressing.

I have never used it, just passing on the link.

Good luck, Bob

Hi Greg,

Don't chance it. Ask Gerry Smith at Kindermann.

He is an expert!.

Bob L.

Youxin Ye

16 Fairview Road

Canton, MA 02021

(781) 830-9141

GREAT GUY !

Question, does XP2 super require special developing ?. If that is the case who do you have develop it ? The best place to send it to.

Thanks,

Bob

Steve...

Sam Shoshan has one listed on another site right now, LOOK !

"Leica 90/2 Sumicron_M Chrome with Box Mint- $945"

I say you done good, VERY GOOD !!!

Enjoy,

Bob

Steve.....

You made a VERY GOOG BUY. The seller didn't really understand what he had. That lens in that condition is a $900.00 item, easy.

GOOD ON YOU !!!

Way to be alert !!! Enjoy your new fondler.

Best,

Bob

Doug,

I am in envy of your work. As you know I have both the 400 & 560 and an appreciation for your patience and wildlife photography skills to capture such magnificent photo's.

Both photo's are fine in their own way.

Third photo will be a "show stopper".

Thanks for posting your magnificent work.

Bob

Gerald........

Show us a picture or two.

Thanks,

Bob

Sanford........

Show us more, a lot more. Any porsche pictures ?

Thanks,

Bob

Steve Hoffman

You may want to check out the covering as to being the "ONLY" difference.

Bob

You are correct Christopher.

The area code use to be (213).

New area code is noted.

Bob

Hi Charles,

Here is the info from local source:

Light-meter repairs:

Quality Light-Metric

Attention: Mr George Milton

7060 Hollywood Boulevard Suite 415

Los Angeles, California 90028

323-467-2265

As to pricing, call George or Tracy and ask.

They really know their light meters!

Good Luck,

Bob

Quality Light Metric

7060 Hollywood Blvd. Site 415

Hollywood, CA. 70028

(323) 467-2265

George Milton (nice guy and very helpful)

This is the best information I have.

Hope it helps.

Bob

Thanks Todd, thanks for the heads-up on the reference "Leica and Other Camera Repair Resources." It is a excellent list.

One thing to keep in mind, as I am sure a lot of members already know, our good friend Roger Pelham of Trotwood, OH. has passed away. He was a wonderful, and honest Leica great guy.

See the LHSA tribute to Roger, in the LHSA VIEWFINDER Vol.35 No.4 4th Qt. 2002 by Jim Lager.

Best,

Bob Langjahr

I just got back from Barnes & Noble and the book is on the shelf. Unfortunately it had been dropped so I didn't buy it ($75.00 USD)

The book is titled:

THE MAN-THE IMAGE & THE WORLD ISBN: 0500542678. Here is the link for the book at Barns & Noble on line: ($60.00 USD)

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/bookSearch/isbnInquiry.asp?userid=1LS6C94A4J&isbn=0500542678&pdf=Y

Very nice book. I will add it to my HCB collection of books.

Good Luck,

Bob

Greatest Leica deal under the sun !

You won't find a better bunch of Leica folks anywhere.

You won't believe the quality of VIEWFINDER quartly.

Plus all the extras you get.

I am not kidding JOIN TODAY !

Best,

Bob