Re: Camera Leather

[CharlesW99@aol.com]

In a message dated 97-09-18 11:11:09 EDT, you write:

<< Just bought, for US$60, an FX3, 50/2ML and 135/2.8ML (talk about bargains 
 :-)). The FX-3 is ok mechanically, but the top layer of the leather on the 
 body is almost gone. Leave it (and point the lower layer black), glue new 
 leather on it, any hints? >>

Hi Cees!
I don't know where you live, but there are many Tandy Leather stores in the
U.S. You can buy Moroccan book leather which is quite thin and I suppose,
historically was used for camera coverings (before the use of vinyl). You can
remove the old stuff and trace it onto a piece of paper for the leather
template. It is also very inexpensive, about $1.00 a square foot.
Charlie