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Forum: Analog DarkRoom / Printing 6 Days Ago
Replies: 16
Views: 423
Posted By gdi
Ahh, I always wondered if there are Banks in...

Ahh, I always wondered if there are Banks in Hell. Thanks for clearing that up...
Forum: Philosophy of Photography 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 141
Views: 4,230
Posted By gdi
I am trying to stop allocating time to worry...

I am trying to stop allocating time to worry about it. But I used to like the idea of a 50 being a 50, etc.

Now I am trying to get my arms around what a 14" will be using the 5x7 back versus the...
Forum: Help Forum 2 Weeks Ago
Replies: 1
Views: 133
Posted By gdi
I don't think you can, unlike most of the other...

I don't think you can, unlike most of the other popular photo gear sites. There really should be a way to "bump" an ad every so often, especially given the cost of each ad. FredMiranda.com has a...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 04-14-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 1,081
Posted By gdi
The Hex is like the Noctilux 1.0 - only sharp! I...

The Hex is like the Noctilux 1.0 - only sharp!

I have mine in the classifieds now - already adjusted for Leica M focus by DAG. They are an extremely good deal when compared to a Noctilux, or the...
Forum: Photography General Interest 03-18-2013
Replies: 3
Views: 132
Posted By gdi
This thread explains how:...

This thread explains how: http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/archive/index.php/t-93745.html
Forum: Provide your Feedback 01-28-2013
Replies: 2,074
Sticky: User Feedback
Views: 144,659
Posted By gdi
USER: Ausdlk Comment: This was my first bad...

USER: Ausdlk

Comment: This was my first bad experience with RFF classifieds.

The whole story is a little complicated, but I bought a Leica from Dave that I had previously traded to him. He...
Forum: Fuji X-Pro1 / X-E1 01-21-2013
Replies: 11
Views: 732
Posted By gdi
I agree with Joe - both are great ( as is the 60...

I agree with Joe - both are great ( as is the 60 macro, but you didn't ask). You don't need to treat one differently from the other, IMO.
Forum: Photography General Interest 01-21-2013
Replies: 9
Views: 395
Posted By gdi
Great idea !

Great idea !
Forum: Photography General Interest 01-19-2013
Replies: 62
Views: 1,990
Posted By gdi
You are right - to this point I never bothered to...

You are right - to this point I never bothered to cover my Leica logo or bright lettering on my digital bodies and my film bodies have no front markings. The only time anyone has ever stopped me to...
Forum: Photography General Interest 01-19-2013
Replies: 62
Views: 1,990
Posted By gdi
Marathon Man, why I never leave home without my...

Marathon Man, why I never leave home without my Submariner on my wrist...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-12-2013
Replies: 10
Views: 484
Posted By gdi
An update... I am glad I waited, the tool from...

An update...

I am glad I waited, the tool from Zhou arrived today (only took 6 days). It is well made and worked great on my M8.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-12-2013
Replies: 57
Views: 2,851
Posted By gdi
They used to shrink-wrap Leicas? The couple of...

They used to shrink-wrap Leicas? The couple of new ones I have bought were just in a box.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-10-2013
Replies: 10
Views: 484
Posted By gdi
Thanks - I may end up trying the filed down...

Thanks - I may end up trying the filed down screwdriver tool - but I checked my shipment from Zhou and while China Post estimated a February 7th delivery when I checked before posting, today the...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-10-2013
Replies: 10
Views: 484
Posted By gdi
Yes, the M6, MP, M8, M9, etc. version. Here is a...

Yes, the M6, MP, M8, M9, etc. version.

Here is a link...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/180682604819?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-09-2013
Replies: 10
Views: 484
Posted By gdi
Anyone have a Vertical RF adjustment tool...

that I might borrow? I would appreciate it if someone would consider loaning me a tool for a few days. I have one on order from China (Zhou) but I was expecting delivery in 11 days, but now I see...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 01-07-2013
Replies: 66
Views: 3,725
Posted By gdi
No, he clearly states that the first version has...

No, he clearly states that the first version has a "street price" of over $13000 and the newer is over $12000. And there is only one thing that determines "street price" - and that is what someone e...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 01-07-2013
Replies: 66
Views: 3,725
Posted By gdi
I think that "street price" of > $12k is way over...

I think that "street price" of > $12k is way over the top - given that recent ones have sold for $8k (which is shocking enough). Maybe he plans on selling one, and that will be his eBay BIN price!
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 01-07-2013
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
But then you're stuck DRIVING a Toyota!

But then you're stuck DRIVING a Toyota!
Forum: Photography General Interest 01-05-2013
Replies: 1,290
Views: 39,761
Posted By gdi
Very nice!

Very nice!
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 01-05-2013
Replies: 85
Views: 6,650
Posted By gdi
I, too, have trouble seeing the benefit of the...

I, too, have trouble seeing the benefit of the Monochrom's technical capabilities for shots like those posted here. I don't see how they are any better than they would have been with any other...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 01-04-2013
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
That means I subtracted the value of added...

That means I subtracted the value of added accessories from the selling price, of course.



I'm not going to bother analyzing eBay sales, but your link shows a lot of them selling for < $1500 to...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 01-04-2013
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
Just a quick update, to show that patience can...

Just a quick update, to show that patience can pay off...

I missed the pretty nice M8 that went for $1325 in the classifieds here a few weeks back - I wasn't paying attention! But a couple of weeks...
Forum: Philosophy of Photography 12-28-2012
Replies: 73
Views: 3,201
Posted By gdi
KayPro II with CP/M of course! Just as portable...

KayPro II with CP/M of course!

Just as portable and more elegant than a Macbook, and you can use it as a step stool.
Forum: Philosophy of Photography 12-28-2012
Replies: 73
Views: 3,201
Posted By gdi
Anyone else still using a Kaypro?

Anyone else still using a Kaypro?
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 12-28-2012
Replies: 13
Views: 586
Posted By gdi
I like the Grolsch gasket idea - I have been...

I like the Grolsch gasket idea - I have been using a rubber key identifier ring. These are very cheap and have a little ridge that fits into the eyepiece...
Forum: Philosophy of Photography 12-26-2012
Replies: 73
Views: 3,201
Posted By gdi
:rolleyes:

:rolleyes:
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-26-2012
Replies: 67
Views: 4,811
Posted By gdi
That is a very nice shot eleskin.

That is a very nice shot eleskin.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-23-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 582
Posted By gdi
Hopefully. I won't have to go that route! :D

Hopefully. I won't have to go that route! :D
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-23-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 582
Posted By gdi
Thanks Randy - now that you mention it I remember...

Thanks Randy - now that you mention it I remember people suggesting DAG for these years ago....
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-23-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 582
Posted By gdi
Enero - that looks very nice! That is probably...

Enero - that looks very nice! That is probably the way I'll go. Also, where is the best place to get the black dot?

Thanks
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-22-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 582
Posted By gdi
Thanks Lewis, that Aki-Asahi covering looks...

Thanks Lewis, that Aki-Asahi covering looks pretty close.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-22-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 582
Posted By gdi
Where to find M9P type body covering?

After having an M8 and selling it, and having an M9 and selling it, I have a nice low mileage M8 coming next week.

The prices for nice used ones are hard to pass up, so I decided I'd take the...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 12-16-2012
Replies: 49
Views: 2,261
Posted By gdi
The M9/M8 have a significantly different feel...

The M9/M8 have a significantly different feel than the film Ms, IMO. They are significantly fatter and the absence of an advance/cocking lever results in different handling. However, they do feel...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-12-2012
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
I think there may be a need for a buyers service...

I think there may be a need for a buyers service to help those who are not very savvy shoppers (the sticker-payers). Maybe we can team up on the venture? :D
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-12-2012
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
You seem to be reality challenged!

You seem to be reality challenged!
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-12-2012
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
Yes, it has been established that both NicoM and...

Yes, it has been established that both NicoM and I are correct.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-12-2012
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
Of course you are wrong about the low priced M8s...

Of course you are wrong about the low priced M8s being all Buy It Nows. Looking at the ones JSRocket posted quickly shows that all but one were straight auctions as show below. The one that was Buy...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 12-11-2012
Replies: 52
Views: 2,328
Posted By gdi
The worlds most beautiful M7, and it is almost as...

The worlds most beautiful M7, and it is almost as beautiful as an M6 Millenium which is the SECOND Nicest modern Leica ! That really highlights the ugliness of the black chrome M7; it looks like an...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 12-11-2012
Replies: 52
Views: 2,328
Posted By gdi
Ha! Another poser victim felled by simple logic!

Ha! Another poser victim felled by simple logic!
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 12-11-2012
Replies: 52
Views: 2,328
Posted By gdi
Careful, you'll be sentencing yourself to years...

Careful, you'll be sentencing yourself to years of feelings of inferiority and regret, compelling you to viciously defend an indefensible camera on international photography forums. For your own...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-11-2012
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
I' m not exaggerating and what I say is true;...

I' m not exaggerating and what I say is true; because you don't accept it doesn't make it false.

I never said that most sell for the low price, or that it was the average price. I clearly...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 12-11-2012
Replies: 52
Views: 2,328
Posted By gdi
People who rely on AE will argue that it is a...

People who rely on AE will argue that it is a critical feature. Most who don't will argue it is a potential point of failure. You'll have to judge for yourself the logic of the pro-AE posters...
Forum: Photography General Interest 12-10-2012
Replies: 28
Views: 745
Posted By gdi
That was great ! I have a serious question -...

That was great ! I have a serious question - does Instagram do HDR?
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-10-2012
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
Exactly, the new models always have an effect on...

Exactly, the new models always have an effect on the used market and it is exacerbated in the current situation. The M8 is dropping, not only because the new new ME and M were announced, but also...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-10-2012
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
Don't get so worked up, Buddy. I'm not...

Don't get so worked up, Buddy. I'm not attempting to manipulate the M8 market; I have had and sold an M8 and an M9, it's not as big a deal to own one as you imagine - I just think I could use a...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-10-2012
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
Of course you'll always find people overpaying on...

Of course you'll always find people overpaying on eBay - that is why you can find an M9 that sold for $4999 recently. That was my point to the OP - you generally can't look at a single low (or high)...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 12-09-2012
Replies: 15
Views: 805
Posted By gdi
I have tested a number of lenses/cameras for...

I have tested a number of lenses/cameras for focus issues and I can guarantee that you simply have to try to control the conditions.

The best way to do that is to use a simple test chart or even a...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-09-2012
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
Yes - these are approximations of recent eBay...

Yes - these are approximations of recent eBay sales - mostly in the US, but quoted in pounds for consistency with the OP. You can see many M8s priced at $1700-1800US that languish in the private...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-09-2012
Replies: 112
Views: 5,875
Posted By gdi
Of course that's ignoring all the M8s going for...

Of course that's ignoring all the M8s going for £975 - 1075, and even the recent one that went for £748!
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 12-08-2012
Replies: 11
Views: 695
Posted By gdi
ymc, there is nothing at all wrong or abnormal...

ymc, there is nothing at all wrong or abnormal with using a test chart to test focus when you are seeing problems, no matter what you are being told. Just going out and shooting picture to see what...
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