Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/04/30
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Javier, The camera displayed on Shintaro's web site is brassing - there is no chrome underneath. I can assure you of this because I've held it in my own hands. It's been painted twice because it was one of Shintaro's first experiments and he repainted it when his skills improved. It is as worn as it is because he carries it absolutely everywhere he goes and has for years. Shintaro does not just paint over the existing chrome. He completely disassembles and strips the cameras - which is explained at his website (although in English, his second language). There are many LUGGERs here who can attest to the high quality of his work. He's done work for many of us and I've yet to hear of anyone dissatisfied with the results. He has customers from around the world and is always back-logged with work. The only thing that differentiates his finishes from originals (in addition to the fact that his haven't aged yet) is that he has been unable to obtain the exact type of paint that Leitz used. He uses the closest substitute that he's been able to find and it is very difficult to tell the difference. He also uses a slightly different method for the white engraved lettering - but it is also a very subtle difference. Bryan - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html