[Leica] Easier Loading Leica Camera Spools
Jim Nichols
jhnichols at lighttube.net
Mon Jun 29 08:13:17 PDT 2015
That's a great suggestion, Jim. Now, about all I do in the field is to
swap batteries. :-)
Jim Nichols
Tullahoma, TN USA
On 6/29/2015 9:31 AM, Jim Shulman wrote:
> Ever try to find the insertion point for a Leica spool (Barnack or M
> camera) and it's neigh impossible in dim light (especially for those with
> post-40 eyes)? Here's my simple solution, though not for purists: Get a
> dollar store bottle of nail polish. Take the black spool, and insert a
> thick white piece of paper, such as a business card, as though you were
> loading film. Then paint over the top of the spool lip with the nail
> polish. Allow to dry, remove the paper and voila--instant contrast for
> low-light loading. It's not for purists, but it can make loading a lot
> faster.
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> http://gallery.leica-users.org/v/focusit/spool+contrast/
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> Jim Shulman
>
> Wynnewood, PA
>
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