Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/03/16

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Subject: Re: [Leica] Strap Lugs Worn Through
From: "Richard Setchim" <rvys@hotmail.com>
Date: Fri, 16 Mar 2001 18:10:37 -0000
 
[Douglas Cooper asked for advice on his worn through M4 lugs].

Douglas,

I have had the lugs on an M4 replaced by Leica UK. The original 
(chrome-plated) brass lugs were worn through by the steel fasteners of the 
straps I used. My mistake was not using chrome D-rings to attach the straps 
- - these are kind to brass lugs but steel is not. I had the lugs replaced 
during a routine service as I was told)the process requires the innards of 
the cameras to be removed because the new lugs have to be riveted on. My old 
M4 now sport modern lugs and a modern strap.

Regards,
Richard Setchim
London
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