Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2007/01/19
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Hoppy, welcome to the IIIcUG! I have a 1950 sharkskin and use it frequently. It's one of my all-time favorite cameras, and certainly one of the most beautiful. Find a vintage Elmar and you will be amazed. The Russian Elmar (actually Tessar) copies are also impressive (and dirt cheap). If you feel the viewfinder is a little squinty you can get an excellent brightline one from CV. I can also recommend the 35mm f/2.5 Color-Skopar from CV. As for film loading, I load mine without any template or trimming, but I've been a user since 1960. It's definitely quirky but you can acquire the skill with practice. Google can turn up some links with tips. -- Phil Swango 307 Aliso Dr SE Albuquerque, NM 87108 505-262-4085