Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2009/08/15
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]For sale: like new (pre-owned, but not really used) Thumbs Up model CSEP-1 by Match Technical.? Includes manufacturer's "jewel box" and wrench.? Perfect black paint finish showing only extremely minor wear at a few edges of the accessory shoe fitting where it fits into the camera's accessory shoe.? Has no wear on the top shoe, as nothing has ever been inserted into the CSEP-1's accessory shoe.? I'm selling because I got a silver painted version from the maker so my chrome M8 will no longer be a Panda.? US$145 shipped within the lower 48.? Paypal ok if shipped to the confirmed address. To try to simplify where the CSEP-1 is on the MT model spectrum:? Model 1s are "short," approximating the position of the wind lever when swung out against a cocked shutter.? CS models have a "repeater" cold shoe on top rather than a flush top so you can mount an accessory finder, etc.? EP models have the new "ergonomic profile" design.? There is a set screw to lock the Thumbs Up lever into the shoe securely if desired but the machinework is so precise that it doesn't look necessary to me.? More information from the manufacturer here: http://matchtechnical.com/CSEP1.aspx ? In my opinion, the Thumbs Up is cheaper, more secure and more pleasant to use than the Leica grip or the aftermarket cases with various bulges (but YMMV).? Please follow up off list at newellj at gmail d0t com. Thanks John Newell no archive