Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1997/08/26

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Subject: Re: uv filter stuck
From: Len Schweitzer <lens@airmail.net>
Date: Tue, 26 Aug 1997 09:20:01 -0500

Damiandlu@aol.com wrote:

> I just purchased a DR 50mm summicron and the uv (leica) filter which
> came
> with it
> is screwed down so hard it won't come off.  Anyone have a technique
> for
> removing
> a stuck filter?  Thanks DD\\

Damian: One approach that's generally worked for me with a stuck filter
is as follows:  instead of trying to unscrew it with all 5 fingers
wrapped around the filter, try just grasping it at one point with thumb
and forefinger and turn counterclockwise.