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Forum: Photography General Interest 1 Week Ago
Replies: 2,834
Views: 159,549
Posted By bobkonos
Leica M6 TTL 0.58 in black and chrome Leica M2...

Leica M6 TTL 0.58 in black and chrome Leica M2 button rewind.
Forum: Leica Screw Mount / LTM Cameras 4 Weeks Ago
Replies: 5
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Views: 392
Posted By bobkonos
This seller is about a four hour drive south of...

This seller is about a four hour drive south of me. His city is not an affluent metropolis, But looking at his inventory, he is getting some great estate sale finds.
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 04-08-2013
Replies: 2,877
Views: 154,310
Posted By bobkonos
Canon VT with 50mm f1.8 lens, with FP4 as 125...

Canon VT with 50mm f1.8 lens, with FP4 as 125 film.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 04-08-2013
Replies: 46
Views: 2,348
Posted By bobkonos
"What else do you think sets the Leica M3 appart...

"What else do you think sets the Leica M3 appart from other Leica M cameras?"

Well, you get your choce of old style shutter speeds or new style shutter speeds. :-)You also get to use that 135mm...
Forum: Nikon RF 03-23-2013
Replies: 44
Views: 1,223
Posted By bobkonos
I got on that wagon when they came out: I bought...

I got on that wagon when they came out: I bought the R2S body, trigger winder, and the 21, 25, and 85 S-mount lenses back in 2003. I've since added another R2S body and the 50mm f1.5 lens. ...
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 03-19-2013
Replies: 136
Views: 3,531
Posted By bobkonos
Leica M6TTL 0.58 and 28mm f2.8 Elmarit-M with...

Leica M6TTL 0.58 and 28mm f2.8 Elmarit-M with Ilford HP5 film, all of which I have and use as such.
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 03-15-2013
Replies: 2,877
Views: 154,310
Posted By bobkonos
My backalley set-up: Cosina Voigtlander Bessa R4M...

My backalley set-up: Cosina Voigtlander Bessa R4M with Zeiss Biogon-C 21mm f4.5 lens and Ilford FP4 film. All came from our moderator in Edmonton but reside happily togethr here.
Forum: Canon RF 03-08-2013
Replies: 19
Views: 373
Posted By bobkonos
All those accolades from the buyer make me...

All those accolades from the buyer make me wonder: was it really evilbay this time around?
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 03-04-2013
Replies: 6
Views: 514
Posted By bobkonos
Dave, PM me with your address-expect a package...

Dave,

PM me with your address-expect a package in a week or so.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 03-04-2013
Replies: 11
Views: 434
Posted By bobkonos
I am with Bingley on this one. The M3 viewfinder...

I am with Bingley on this one. The M3 viewfinder is so much better than the Canon P. Canon lenses on Leica bodies are fun and effefctive (keep the P for use with a 35 lens and put a 50 on the M3). ...
Forum: Nikon RF 02-28-2013
Replies: 22
Views: 872
Posted By bobkonos
There's one important factor none of us know: the...

There's one important factor none of us know: the history of the buyer's desire and attempts to get an original S3. Add to it that the camera comes with the original box, instruction book, and less...
Forum: Photography General Interest 02-24-2013
Replies: 46
Views: 1,324
Posted By bobkonos
For me it is definitely my Leica M4. Not sure...

For me it is definitely my Leica M4. Not sure why I still own it, perfect as it is, it does not speak to me. But....with the upcoming Garry Winogrand show opening soon at SF MOMA, I'll be spinning...
Forum: Photography General Interest 02-20-2013
Replies: 23
Views: 619
Posted By bobkonos
Yeeeeaaaaahhhhhhhhh !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yeeeeaaaaahhhhhhhhh !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Forum: Photography General Interest 02-12-2013
Replies: 52
Views: 1,497
Posted By bobkonos
"While the mininum number of cameras one should...

"While the mininum number of cameras one should own is three..."

Says who?
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 02-11-2013
Replies: 1
Views: 266
Posted By bobkonos
Leica branches out

Times are tough and even Leica must look for new ways to earn a living. From one of my favorite sites, Tokyo Camera Style, comes this revelation:

http://tokyocamerastyle.com/image/42710856009
Forum: Canon RF 02-09-2013
Replies: 12
Views: 661
Posted By bobkonos
I know....lucky me. One more item on the want...

I know....lucky me. One more item on the want list, and I may have one located: authentic black Nikon P, L1, or VT body.

The 25mm on the IVSB2 is pretty special.
Forum: Canon RF 02-09-2013
Replies: 12
Views: 661
Posted By bobkonos
My L1 serial number is 541158; I'll be getting...

My L1 serial number is 541158; I'll be getting serial number 541157.
Forum: Canon RF 02-08-2013
Replies: 12
Views: 661
Posted By bobkonos
For collectors only, I think

Hello all. Must share this news: after many years of using and collecting classic cameras, I've never had nor seriously sought to have two camera bodies with consecutive serial numbers. Well, it...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 02-07-2013
Replies: 23
Views: 1,179
Posted By bobkonos
Maitani and I share the same thoughts on this...

Maitani and I share the same thoughts on this topic. For me, I strongly prefer the old style (M2, M3) film advance lever over the articulated lever found on my M4 and M6 cameras. As such, I changed...
Forum: Micl Photo Acc / Bags/ Meters / Tripods etc 02-06-2013
Replies: 103
Views: 3,233
Posted By bobkonos
Yes. Been carrying bags for years, and today it...

Yes. Been carrying bags for years, and today it is a black canvas Jack ***** shoulder bag. Started with musettes, the cotton feed bags used by bicycle racers in stage races to transfer food into...
Forum: Other RF 02-06-2013
Replies: 100
Views: 3,402
Posted By bobkonos
When not in a Leica mood, I use the...

When not in a Leica mood, I use the following:

Canon P, L1, VT, VT de Luxe, IVSB2

Nikon S2

Bessa R4M

Bessa T
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 02-01-2013
Replies: 80
Views: 1,935
Posted By bobkonos
Happy Birthday Helen Hill!

The social media comes through once every so often: happy bithday wishes to Helen Hill! Here's to more light and wonder for you with a camera.
Forum: W/NW Words no Words. 01-30-2013
Replies: 77
Views: 5,509
Posted By bobkonos
Well said. I have a simialr range and number of...

Well said. I have a simialr range and number of watches, the most valuable being my 1976 Tudor Monte Carlo (like Rolex Daytona) and the one worm most daily, other than a number of vintage Swatch...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-09-2013
Replies: 55
Views: 1,890
Posted By bobkonos
Time for me to "fess up": I also have a chrome...

Time for me to "fess up": I also have a chrome 0.58 TTL and it is wonderful enough that an A La Carte is not a logically sound option...but few dreams are.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-09-2013
Replies: 55
Views: 1,890
Posted By bobkonos
Here's my...

Here's my dream:

http://www.leica-a-la-carte.com/alacarte/index/action/anonym_pdf/TOKEN/tLPKKI7M7PQCYGd0WlTckvLEtrI/M/uNt6yA

I'd get the black face film counter, too, but do not see that as an...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-08-2013
Replies: 55
Views: 1,890
Posted By bobkonos
I am actually thinking Leica A La Carte these...

I am actually thinking Leica A La Carte these days, too. Mine would be an MP, 0.58. classic rewind, no engraving, black chrome finish, green covering. Pencils out at $6k +, which means I have a lot...
Forum: Photography General Interest 12-28-2012
Replies: 63
Views: 1,260
Posted By bobkonos
Putting up my 11th exhibit here in Sacramento: 16...

Putting up my 11th exhibit here in Sacramento: 16 color images, each 16" x 24", all from FILM, unmanipulated, and mounted on four sheet metal panels that hung against a stark white wall. The theme...
Forum: Photography General Interest 12-28-2012
Replies: 84
Views: 2,302
Posted By bobkonos
Original black paint Canon L1.

Original black paint Canon L1.
Forum: Photography General Interest 12-27-2012
Replies: 2,834
Views: 159,549
Posted By bobkonos
I will check the serial number of my Leica II to...

I will check the serial number of my Leica II to see how far apart these brothers are. Thanks for helping me on this lens hunt.
Forum: Photography General Interest 12-27-2012
Replies: 2,834
Views: 159,549
Posted By bobkonos
Leica "barn door" folding lens shade for the 50mm...

Leica "barn door" folding lens shade for the 50mm Summicron LTM lens. Now I need to get that lens!
Forum: Photography General Interest 12-27-2012
Replies: 2,834
Views: 159,549
Posted By bobkonos
Nice Johan!

Nice Johan!
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 12-06-2012
Replies: 70
Views: 4,291
Posted By bobkonos
I got my chrome 0.72 MP in fall 2003 and it is a...

I got my chrome 0.72 MP in fall 2003 and it is a joy to own and use. I also have the Leicavit ion it. Mine looks like it did the day I got it, works as well as the current ones at twice the price...
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 11-20-2012
Replies: 2,877
Views: 154,310
Posted By bobkonos
Bessa R4M with Zeiss 21mm f4.5 Biogon and correct...

Bessa R4M with Zeiss 21mm f4.5 Biogon and correct hood...all purchased from backalley and happily owned by me.
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 11-20-2012
Replies: 5,601
Views: 306,984
Posted By bobkonos
Leica M6 TTL 0.72 in black with MP finder and DAG...

Leica M6 TTL 0.72 in black with MP finder and DAG CLA, in the boxes. Not for me but, I hope, for a new RFF pal.
Forum: Travel 11-08-2012
Replies: 85
Views: 3,396
Posted By bobkonos
Raid, My only consideration when travelling is...

Raid,

My only consideration when travelling is size/weight of the camera system. I've taken my chrome MP and collectible M3 as a kit to Japan, as well as two perfect M6 cameras on a subsequent trip...
Forum: Photography General Interest 11-01-2012
Replies: 2,834
Views: 159,549
Posted By bobkonos
Oh so mint Leica Summarit lens shade.

Oh so mint Leica Summarit lens shade.
Forum: Philosophy of Photography 11-01-2012
Replies: 24
Views: 1,423
Posted By bobkonos
I missed something in the past month or so:...

I missed something in the past month or so: wasn't there a film body present recently?
Forum: Nikon RF 10-17-2012
Replies: 15
Views: 1,694
Posted By bobkonos
No, I am not "sick and tired of users." (Please...

No, I am not "sick and tired of users." (Please re-read my post.) I am tired of judmental posts and judgements made about what someone does with their equipment. All he had to say was: "Heads up,...
Forum: Nikon RF 10-17-2012
Replies: 15
Views: 1,694
Posted By bobkonos
"One of us"?

"I just want this to go to one of us who's likely to use it, not store it in a collection."

Why do you care what somebody does with their equipment? I happen to have one of these sitting in a box...
Forum: Philosophy of Photography 10-12-2012
Replies: 42
Views: 1,778
Posted By bobkonos
Well, yeah, I have a number of cameras that I...

Well, yeah, I have a number of cameras that I own, enjoy, and have yet to use...and I have no issues with that as they still give me enjoyment. And one of those was seen before me by you at a camera...
Forum: Voigtlander Fujica Bessa III 10-12-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 1,024
Posted By bobkonos
Beautiful machine! I love photographing Ducati...

Beautiful machine! I love photographing Ducati motorcycles. When was All Italian Day? I must attend in the future.
Forum: Leica Screw Mount / LTM Cameras 10-03-2012
Replies: 1,374
Views: 241,111
Posted By bobkonos
:rolleyes: Oh, forgot to add a Fikus hood and...

:rolleyes: Oh, forgot to add a Fikus hood and the cut away hood for the Summar lens (which was in bad shape so just have the shade). Lots of ways to go here: may sell off /trade some items in order...
Forum: Leica Screw Mount / LTM Cameras 10-03-2012
Replies: 1,374
Views: 241,111
Posted By bobkonos
Struck gold in a Barnack mine over the weekend

Been working on looking at an extensive camera collection for awhile and my efforts came to fruition over the weekend, as I purchased the following Barnack goodies: Leica IIIG with black scale 50mm...
Forum: Nikon RF 09-28-2012
Replies: 23
Views: 2,691
Posted By bobkonos
Really great Kevin. Enjoy it! I have the same...

Really great Kevin. Enjoy it! I have the same set-got it from "our man in Japan."
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 09-20-2012
Replies: 2,877
Views: 154,310
Posted By bobkonos
Canon P, loaded with HP5, with Canon 50mm f1.8...

Canon P, loaded with HP5, with Canon 50mm f1.8 lens.
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 09-10-2012
Replies: 2
Views: 701
Posted By bobkonos
Louis CK and Leica? I had no idea

Recently I've discovered Louis CK's comedy and it speaks to me. Today I discovered he is a dedicated film user, camera nut, and Leica MP user. Check this...
Forum: RFF Polls 08-31-2012
Replies: 1,939
Views: 107,540
Posted By bobkonos
With my next exhibit opening soon (October 13), I...

With my next exhibit opening soon (October 13), I will be at the light table, loupe in hand, reviewing slides for inclusion in the show. The theme is determined, so now I am looking through a lot of...
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 08-17-2012
Replies: 263
Views: 17,270
Posted By bobkonos
Leica MP with 35mm Pre-ASPH Summicron

Leica MP with 35mm Pre-ASPH Summicron
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 08-16-2012
Replies: 2,877
Views: 154,310
Posted By bobkonos
0.58 M6TTL in chrome with 35mm f2 pre-asph...

0.58 M6TTL in chrome with 35mm f2 pre-asph Summicron.
Forum: Photo Books / Mags / Articles 08-16-2012
Replies: 1,386
Views: 108,250
Posted By bobkonos
First edition of Dr. Paul Wolff's "My First 10...

First edition of Dr. Paul Wolff's "My First 10 Years With Leica." A gift from a friend whose father was a LIFE magazine photographer and Leica user.
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