Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/03/29

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Subject: [Leica] Re:Pelican waterproof case for M Leicas
From: George Huczek <ghuczek@sk.sympatico.ca>
Date: Wed, 29 Mar 2000 16:07:21 -0600

The LowePro Omni bag fits inside too.  I use this combo.  The hardcase gets
you where you are going.  Then the bag can be used as a backpack, a
briefcase-style bag, or a shoulder bag.  Very convenient, but much more
that I would normally use for Leica gear.  Works great though for MF and LF.




At 12:14 PM 29/03/2000 -0800, you wrote:
>I can vouch for the small Pelican case as an almost ideal M-Leica
>protector. I found it perfect to carry an M6, 35 and 50 Summi/2 lenses,
>neck strap and the hood that fits them both around the world. The foam pad
>sheets fit tightly enough that there is no movement of the contents. The
>case cost twenty bucks and is air/water tight. In fact, if you open it on a
>plane you will need to open the presure release valve on the ground because
>the seal is airtight. The case is drilled for a pair of padlocks which I
>used with a chain in some fleabag hotels. Actually, I used it in all hotels
>and they were all "bargains". While I didn't try it, I think it would take
>longer for a thief to cut into the heavyweight plastic of the Pelican than
>to cut into an aluminum case. The case was so secure I used it to guard
>cash and traveler's checks when I was out and about with the Leica.
>
>Bill Lawlor
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