Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/08/13

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Subject: Re: [Leica] Chrome or black
From: Dan Cardish <dcardish@microtec.net>
Date: Thu, 13 Aug 1998 09:54:15 -0400
 
I think the chrome lenses are made of brass in order to take the chrome
finish, and brass is heavier than aluminum.  I don't think there is any
other distinction in the current lenses.  

Dan C.

At 09:55 AM 13-08-98 -0400, you wrote:
>Many M lenses are available in either chrome or black.  The chrome lenses are
>more expensive and they weight more.  Are the chrome lenses really better
built
>to justify the extra expense and weight?  Any experience from the LUG?
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>Best Regards
>-Mike
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