Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1997/02/27
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]My experience may be unique, but here is my experience. I bought my CL in 1976 (or thereabouts). I had a problem with the rangefinder within a year. I sent it back to Leica for repairs, and I was surprised when they sent me a new one. No other company has ever done that. It's been great ever since except for two problems. The back no longer fits absolutely tight the way it used to. No fogging problems, just a nagging concern. Also, the meter has been off by several stops for some time. The cost to repair was more than I wanted to spend, so I just live with it. The inaccuracy is consistent - 4 1/2 stops, so I just make accomodations for it. I'll probably pick up a small meter, like a Gossen pilot, and keep it in my bag for backup. - ---------- > Hi, > > I am new to this list(subscribed yesterday). I am a user of R3 system and > Contax T2, and now considering a rangefinder camera system for 35 and 50 mm > M lenses. > > I am currently interested in Leica CL body, because it is smaller and > lighter than M bodies and it has a convenient built-in meter. But question > is how rugged they are, especially because they are not being manufactured > any more and I can buy only a used one(and still expensive). > > Could anyone tell me your own experience or opinions or whatever that help > me to make a decision? I appreciate any kind of reply regarding the CL. > > Thank you in advance. > > Tak Oka > > >