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FrankS
02-21-2005, 14:31
Lots of people seem interested in Leica M bodies here. Here is a link to Tamarkin: http://www.tamarkin.com/catalog/products/leica/leicamcam.html
rover
02-21-2005, 14:35
Tamarkin treated me very well. My camera arrived today in a previously undisclosed Leica box, with a boxed like new, but used Leica strap, clean with fresh battery installed and an extra for my bag. Apparently Tamarkin is the largest Leica dealer in the US. They have a great stock of cameras, and quite a bit of turnover in their gear, so if they don't have what you want today, check tomorrow.
taffer
02-21-2005, 14:36
So do you already have it there Rover, congrats !!!!!!!!! :D
rover
02-21-2005, 14:38
It came today, but I haven't had time to play yet.
back alley
02-21-2005, 15:08
but I haven't had time to play yet.

now that needs an explanation!
congrats on the dark side purchase.
new toys are fun.

joe
rover
02-21-2005, 15:19
but I haven't had time to play yet.

now that needs an explanation!
congrats on the dark side purchase.
new toys are fun.

joe

How is this for an explaination?
back alley
02-21-2005, 15:22
well, since you put it that way...:)

that is one cute kid, mom must be gorgeous...hehehe

joe
rover
02-21-2005, 15:44
Why tnank you Joe, I think.

We have both been home sick, me since last Wednesday, Sammy since Friday. I can't wait to get back to work tomorrow. I will take the Leica with me for a good inspection.
Todd.Hanz
02-21-2005, 16:20
Congrats on your "dark side" purchase, may the force be with you "Obewanrover"!

Todd
Huck Finn
02-21-2005, 19:06
Congrats, Rover. I know you'll enjoy it! :cool:

FWIW, thre's not a classier outfit to deal with than Tamarkin.
FrankS
02-21-2005, 19:12
Congrats, Rover! Which lens goes on it first?
rover
02-22-2005, 01:36
The 35 Summicron snapped right into place. I will give the others a try later today.

I found a PDF manual on line (anyone in need send me a PM with your email address) and printed a quick "how to load film in an M6" last night, so I should be good to go.
Designer
02-22-2005, 04:45
Congratulations on being a Leica man!! Rover. :D
peter_n
02-22-2005, 05:53
Yea congrats rover!! :) The quest is over and now the fun begins! :D Use it in good health!
Huck Finn
02-22-2005, 05:58
Maybe now you can teach us the secret handshake. :angel:
rover
02-22-2005, 06:01
I was hoping to get the sacred grip from Mr Tamarkin but the way schedules worked out I didn't get the chance to meet with him.

Is it a bad thing that I put my Domke strap on the camera and not the Leica one? And, I have to admit to not disliking the red cyclopse dot that much yet.
Doug
02-22-2005, 10:48
Congratulations, rover! As to straps, the official Leica item must of course be the proper choice! I finally put one on my Leica M2 after years of suffering with an otherwise nice leather Pentax strap. I'm sure the M2 is much happier now.
peter_n
02-22-2005, 12:57
Is it a bad thing that I put my Domke strap on the camera and not the Leica one? And, I have to admit to not disliking the red cyclopse dot that much yet.What!? You don't want to put that rubbishy Leica strap on your beautiful new camera rover! :eek:

The only correct accoutrement for an M6TTL is a black 1" wide Domke Gripper! :mad: :cool:
Graybeard
02-22-2005, 14:18
What!? You don't want to put that rubbishy Leica strap on your beautiful new camera rover! :eek:

The only correct accoutrement for an M6TTL is a black 1" wide Domke Gripper! :mad: :cool:



Prefer the wider Domke straps myself.
jdos2
02-22-2005, 14:35
Congrats!!!!