Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/04/11
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]>Henry: > >The loose hood on the Summicron has always bothered me. I've tried >alternatives such as the hood from the Elmarit, no-name brands and filter >rings. The thing I have settled on is a very thin O-ring from my hardware >store. It slides (rolls) back for retracting the hood for storage and rolls >forward against the front to keep it in place during usage. Works well, is >thin and black so it doesn't stand out and only cost about 50 cents. > >As far as a focusing tab, I bought one directly from Leica. It is plastic, >thinner than the one on my 35 Summicron ASPH and better contoured as well. >It cost $15.00, but so far I haven't had the guts to epoxy it on. > >Rick You the man! I think the O-ring solution is a great answer! How did you get the tab? I emailed Leica in NJ and asked for the tab as a part that they could fit and they said no such thing - can't be done. As far as the attachment I suggest you go to the auto parts store and look for some black silicone gasket sealer then (assuming you have a good fit of the parts) you can use that to glue the tab on. It should be easily undone. Then if you like it and want it to be permanent use epoxy. Does this tab really fit the contour of the new 50? I want one! Do you have a part number? Henry