Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/11/06
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]I have long been on a quest to find the perfect bag for my Leica M outfit, which consists of two M6 bodies, one M3, and four lenses. I also like to carry a small Sekonic light meter for the M3, sometimes the SF20 flash, some odds and ends, and of course film. Until now I have used the Domke 803 satchel, which I have found very satisfying but just a tiny bit too small. I have also tried the M-Classic bag, but I found it too thin, with insufficient protection. Now, however, I have the J-803 satchel, bought for $90 from Rich at the Photo Village. This bag is a very tiny bit bigger than the regular 803, but the main difference is in the many thoughtful touches that have been added. For example, the back pocket now has a smoother surface less likely to rub on clothes; there are small elastic pockets inside the front pockets to hold really small items; there is a full length inner pocket for papers etc. in addition to the outer one; and there is a further zipped pocket on the inside of the flap. This is is simply the perfect bag for my M outfit. I always carry two of the bodies with lenses mounted, the other two lenses are stacked using two epoxied rear caps, and the third body is in one of the front pockets without a lens. The fit is tight but not too tight, and the bag is small and good looking, so I can walk around with it all day. When this bag wears out (highly unlikely given its sturdy build) I will replace it with another one just like it. Highly recommended. Nathan - -- Nathan Wajsman Herrliberg (ZH), Switzerland e-mail: wajsman@webshuttle.ch Photo-A-Week: http://www.wajsman.com/indexpaw.htm General photo site: http://www.wajsman.com/index.htm - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html