Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/02/22
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]I've recycled a few 39 mm filter fittings including a couple of Leitz swingout polarizers. Before you resort to the hammer, do make sure you remove the retaining ring holding the glass in place. There are two slots in it for a spanner, or you can drift it loose with a small screwdriver. I haven't yet encountered a filter whose adhesive resisted the pressure of two gloved thumbs. HTH Roy On Friday 22 February 2002 02:46 pm, pmjensen wrote: - -> Also, does anyone out there have a good method for removing the glass > from a filter? I'm tempted to just take a hammer and smash it out but I'm > afraid that the glass will stay bonded to the ring, even after smashing. - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html