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Subject: Re: [Leica] Re:Pelican waterproof case for M Leicas
From: "Stegmeyer" <upstream1@mindspring.com>
Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 00:35:39 -0500

Great Idea!
- ----- Original Message -----
From: George Huczek <ghuczek@sk.sympatico.ca>
To: <leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us>
Sent: Wednesday, March 29, 2000 5:07 PM
Subject: [Leica] Re:Pelican waterproof case for M Leicas


> The LowePro Omni bag fits inside too.  I use this combo.  The hardcase
gets
> you where you are going.  Then the bag can be used as a backpack, a
> briefcase-style bag, or a shoulder bag.  Very convenient, but much more
> that I would normally use for Leica gear.  Works great though for MF and
LF.
>
>
>
>
> At 12:14 PM 29/03/2000 -0800, you wrote:
> >I can vouch for the small Pelican case as an almost ideal M-Leica
> >protector. I found it perfect to carry an M6, 35 and 50 Summi/2 lenses,
> >neck strap and the hood that fits them both around the world. The foam
pad
> >sheets fit tightly enough that there is no movement of the contents. The
> >case cost twenty bucks and is air/water tight. In fact, if you open it on
a
> >plane you will need to open the presure release valve on the ground
because
> >the seal is airtight. The case is drilled for a pair of padlocks which I
> >used with a chain in some fleabag hotels. Actually, I used it in all
hotels
> >and they were all "bargains". While I didn't try it, I think it would
take
> >longer for a thief to cut into the heavyweight plastic of the Pelican
than
> >to cut into an aluminum case. The case was so secure I used it to guard
> >cash and traveler's checks when I was out and about with the Leica.
> >
> >Bill Lawlor
> >
> >
> >