Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/01/03
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Dr James Harper wrote:
>
> Bee Miller wrote an interesting and amusing report (1/1/99) on using a
> separate self-timer with the M6.
>
> Actually, according to the latest M6 Handbook (printing date 1/98), the M6
> already has a self-timer built in. Page 39's tips for maintenance urge
> you to move and use it at least once every three months to prevent the
> grease from becoming tacky. You can't accuse Leica of getting too far
> ahead of themselves, bless their hearts.
>
> On a separate subject, the flash bracket CTOOM (1953-64) has two small
> holes either side of the centre (visible in the photo on p.243 of the
> Leica Collectors' Guide, 1992 Edition). Does anyone know what they are for?
> I do not remember from when I once owned one if they are threaded or not.
> It does not look as if they are to enable tripod mounting.
>
> Regards.
>
> JH
>
The CTOOM I have, has two threated holes. I suppose they are intended
for mounting on a tripod....
Regards,
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Fred Hess
Den Haag NL
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fax +31 70 3258634
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