No problem all! Always happy to read-up on the tips, tricks & suggestions everyone has, glad I was able to reciprocate.
Originally posted by Rense Thanks! I already wondered how you all kept your lenses in perfect condition when getting out... I will order some of these bags for my unprotected ones.
Your deal: mentioning the link to us?
I should have thought of that before I ordered, heh. I asked if there could be a discount for multiple items and he took off 10%.
Originally posted by Damn Brit Good find, it's a shame they don't come in different colours to make identification easier without opening.
Now my quest is to find a gold paint pen and a stencil. I'm going to write the lens on the side of the bag. Having said that, my lenses have a regular place in my camera bag. I'll know where to reach to get the right lens.
Originally posted by Peter Zack Cool I'll be ordering some as well. Thanks for the link.
Is that chrome lens a 105mm or the 83mm? I've seen this only once before I think and wondered how these early 1950's lenses performed. Beautiful copy you have there.
Thanks Peter. Its a Zeiss Jena 75/1.5 Biotar with a home made Exacta - K-mount adapter at its base (made by a fellow named Luis Alegria in SF). I waited like a vulture over ebay to find one in the condition I desired. As soon as it came up I made an offer to the guy before there was even a bid on it and snapped it up.
I just posted a few more pics with it this morning -
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-slr-lens-discussion/27552-zeiss-je...iotar-m42.html Originally posted by NaClH2O I use the Adorama "Slinger" cases.
B1010P Adorama Slinger Soft Lens Case Small, 5" High x 86mm Diameter, Black. Since they are padded I've taken out all the internal dividers in my bags and just use the lens cases. It actually saves space, I can usually get one more lens in my 300AW lowepro Sling shot by just using the lens cases. Being padded they offer excellent protection, with the added benefit of having velcro straps to attach to a belt or the shoulder strap of your bag if you find yourself switching frequently between 2 or 3 lenses. The other nice thing is that since the top is flat you can put a piece of tape on it and label the lens inside. They come in three sizes.
NaCl(and I find a zipper more convenient than a cinch cord too)H2O
Thats a good idea! Tbh, two of these 2-ply pouches, side by side offer a level of buffer I'm ok with. I just took the divider out on one side where it was necessary.
What the heck, might as well post a pic of this too now -
On the left, the Biotar and Trioplan. In the middle, the K10 w/T*85. On the right, the T*25 & Nokton w/hoods on.
One of the smaller Tamracs. Very compact. (I removed the labels)
Kelly.