Pouch for a Barnack + Elmar?

[Nomad Z]

A bit of long shot perhaps, but maybe someone has found something...

I'd like a close-fitting zip pouch for my IIIf and Elmar so that I can slip it in a jacket pocket. At the moment, a Rollei 35 lives there, but I want to switch to the Leica for a while. The problem is finding a pouch that's a snug fit, and particularly one that doesn't have additional pockets and flaps on the outside. Most camera pouches these days are too small (for little digital compacts), so I reckon it has to something from further afield.

Any suggestions?

[traveler_101]

Originally Posted by Nomad Z

A bit of long shot perhaps, but maybe someone has found something...

I'd like a close-fitting zip pouch for my IIIf and Elmar so that I can slip it in a jacket pocket. At the moment, a Rollei 35 lives there, but I want to switch to the Leica for a while. The problem is finding a pouch that's a snug fit, and particularly one that doesn't have additional pockets and flaps on the outside. Most camera pouches these days are too small (for little digital compacts), so I reckon it has to something from further afield.

Any suggestions?

Same question. Youxin Ye threw in a Leica "readycase" when I purchased a IIIf + Elmar combo from him, but the case is for a larger lens--the Summitar (?). I'm looking for something that reduces the size of the camera but still protects it.

[Crazy Fedya]

Go to a few thrift stores, where you are bound to find a bunch of film point and shoots. One of them will come with a pouch , that could fit it. I use one from Olympus zoom P&S.
Fits Leica/Zorki/Fed with collapsible lens and hood comfortably.

[dave lackey]

Check with Op-Tech and A&A. Not sure if they are as snug as you want, but it is worth a look.

Here is just one of the options from Op-Tech:


http://optechusa.com/skin/frontend/o...angefinder.jpg



I am interested in what you come up with as my IIIF resides in a Crumpler Bundle and will not fit in a jacket with that. A pouch would be nice to keep dust and such away.

Let us know what you wind up with.

[Livesteamer]

I made a simple bag out of old blue jean material that works well for my IIIc and Elmar. Cut a piece of fabric 9 inches by 12 inches. Fold in half so it is 4 1/2 inches by 12 inches. Sew up one short end and one long side and turn inside out. The IIIc and Elmar fill the bottom half of the bag and the excess folds over to hold it in and provide a little padding. I carry one often like this in a pocket. Keeps the camera clean from lint and such in your pocket. Good Luck, Joe

[djcphoto]

Although not a zip pouch, I use an older Lowe Pro case which works great for my iiif and Summitar (when collapsed). Unfortunately it doesn't have any model number on it but I remember looking at the newer version and it was not suitable (lots of external pockets, etc.). It might be worth scanning the bay for older Lowe Pro stuff though.

[goodtimes]

I just bought a Leica AF-C1 today and I could not resist testing the fit my Leica Standard into the AF-C1 leather pouch.
It's great, has a belt holder and even a Leica logo on it !

[Simon Bruxelles]

I bought this Benser pouch case from a German seller on ebay. It is a perfect fit for my Barnack Leicas with 50mm lens. It is only a single layer of leather with no padding but it seems well made and provides a bit of protection. As far as I recall it cost about £6.



L1090632 by debrux2010, on Flickr

L1090631 by debrux2010, on Flickr
L1090633 by debrux2010, on Flickr

[eoeaa]

For my leica ii with collapsible lens, I use a drawstring pouch that is meant for glasses. Must be similar to this one (if not that one exactly): http://www.myeyeglasscase.com/index....0759/catid/209
Works well when I slip it in my coat pocket or a bag.—no bulk or padding, but containment, and scratch protection.

[Ruhayat]

This National Geographic belt pouch fits my M7 with 35mm Color Skopar fitted, with still a liiiiiitle bit of room to spare. I imagine it would fit the IIIf with Elmar, too. It comes with a shoulder strap so you can use it like that if you wish.

http://www.focusnusantara.com/produc...ical_pouch.php

[Nomad Z]

I'm leaning towards making something. I can sew (hand or machine), but I've never made anything like a pouch before, or sewed a zip onto anything. I think I could make something suitable from neoprene, so I'm going to track some down and see what I come up with.

That said, please keep the suggestions coming in.

[philipus]

Over at LUF, Bill gave me the tip for my II to use the leather belt case for the Minilux Zoom:

http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-...ml#post1889114

The II is 133x67x33 (LHW) and the IIIf 136x65x33 so perhaps it will work.

[David Hughes]

Didn't Leitz make one or two, many years ago?

Regards, David

[buzzardkid]

If this is about scuff marks, here's the answer: use a woolen sock!

You can get them in sizes and even colors and it's easy enough to slide the whole camera in with the Elmar lens collapsed. Protects if from scuffs and wandering jacket pocket dirt too. Slides into the pocket easily!

[Dralowid]

Man after my own heart, Johan!

Michael

[philipus]

I've always believed the camera body is intended to cover and protect what's inside. I just tried to answer the OP's question

Still as protective gear goes, a sock certainly will stand out as unusual and quirky in a very positive way!

[Traut]

Billingham makes an accessory pouch that is a perfect fit.

[paulfish4570]

something like this?
http://leatherstuff.com/shop/view.php?id=164

or this?
http://www.nstarleather.com/optimizer/product/122.html

[Vics]

What are the dimensions of the camera?

[Dez]

I have a soft leather zipper pouch made by Leitz for the CL. It fits the prewar models with Summitar, Summar or Elmar perfectly. The IIIc and later, slightly longer-body ones fit, but are a bit tight. It actually spends most of its time holding my micro 4/3 camera, for which it is a bit big.

Cheers,
Dez

[philipus]

Originally Posted by Dez

I have a soft leather zipper pouch made by Leitz for the CL.

Interesting! Do you know the model number?

[David Hughes]

Hi,

Why not just use a plastic resealable freezer bag? Or an old fashioned tobacco pouch?

BTW, the soft leather pouch for the CL was part no: 14,542.

BTW 2, if I was going to make one I'd buy one of those large lens cleaning clothes and make it out of that. A simple pouch with (say) a fold over Velcro fastening shouldn't be that hard to make.

Regards, David

[Nomad Z]

Originally Posted by Vics

What are the dimensions of the camera?

IIIf with f3.5 Elmar and cap: 70 x 44 x 135

[Nomad Z]

Originally Posted by paulfish4570

something like this?
http://leatherstuff.com/shop/view.php?id=164

or this?
http://www.nstarleather.com/optimizer/product/122.html

The zip one is pretty close, but I think I'm visualising something more tailored. Not into the draw-string types.

[Nomad Z]

Originally Posted by David Hughes

Why not just use a plastic resealable freezer bag?

Apart from having zero class and looking exceedingly naff to my eyes, it would do a very good job of retaining moisture if the camera was used in a damp environment.

Or an old fashioned tobacco pouch?

A possibility. Not sure about size, but worth looking into.

BTW 2, if I was going to make one I'd buy one of those large lens cleaning clothes and make it out of that. A simple pouch with (say) a fold over Velcro fastening shouldn't be that hard to make.

Far too porous, and arguably too thin to provide even minimal protection from bumps.

The little cases that come with Rollei 35s seem to be about right - good water resistance if one is caught in a downpour (cotton jacket which may well let water in after a while), reasonable protection, and open enough to be breathable (through the zip and the hole where the wrist cord goes in).

At the moment, I have a Garmin GPS case which is made of cordura type fabric with a soft lining, and is zip closed. Unfortunately, it's rather longer than the camera and takes up pocket space. Its size for the camera's height and thickness is good, though. It also feels more protective than the Rollei case without adding very much bulk.