leather cases for M series question

Eyewanders · 04-04-2014, 10:23 AM

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Does anyone know if the cases for the M series are all roughly the same. Finding one specifically for the MX in good shape has been a challenge, but there seems to be quite a few out there for the ME. I'm just wondering if they're the same or much different - maybe I can pick up one to use for the other. My MX case has seen better days.

---------- Post added 04-04-14 at 10:30 AM ----------

I found the answer here: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/8-pentax-film-slr-discussion/36961-where-...soft-case.html

Sorry for the clutter - didn't come up in the forum search but found it through a google search on another site.

stevebrot · 04-04-2014, 01:28 PM

Good luck since most of the original Pentax cases of that era turned to dust a couple of decades ago. If all you are needing is protection for the camera, this item may be of interest:

Genuine Real Leather Bag Case Cover for Pentax MX Camera Handmade Article | eBay

Steve

Eyewanders · 04-05-2014, 09:05 AM

Originally posted by stevebrot

Good luck since most of the original Pentax cases of that era turned to dust a couple of decades ago. If all you are needing is protection for the camera, this item may be of interest:

Genuine Real Leather Bag Case Cover for Pentax MX Camera Handmade Article | eBay

Steve

Yes, that's what I'm discovering - there are quite a few good condition and even NOS cases for ME bodies, but nothing out there for an MX. I've looked at that Ebay item a number of times over the past few months but it is quite spendy, particularly since it doesn't have a top cover, which I love for the ease of throwing the MX in a backpack or bag on not worrying much about it. If it had a top I'd likely have bought it already, though I'd certainly prefer black.

---------- Post added 04-05-14 at 09:06 AM ----------

Oh, my mistake - it does come in black. Hmmmm...... Sure would like a top cover.

**monochrome** · 04-05-2014, 10:23 AM

The ME/MESuper/MG soft cases do not fit the MX (Dimensions HERE). There is a specific MX soft case that is wide enough - approx 4mm wider than the MESuper/MG.

In my observation the supply of NOS MX cases commonly available 7 or 8 years ago is completely exhausted.

Eyewanders · 04-05-2014, 10:33 AM

Originally posted by monochrome

The ME/MESuper/MG soft cases do not fit the MX (Dimensions HERE). There is a specific MX soft case that is wide enough - approx 4mm wider than the MESuper/MG.

In my observation the supply of NOS MX cases commonly available 7 or 8 years ago is completely exhausted.

Booo.

**monochrome** · 04-05-2014, 12:08 PM

Originally posted by chickentender

Booo.

Sorry to be the messenger. I actually posted in the 2008 thread, too. Cue 'Outer Limits' theme.

Eyewanders · 04-05-2014, 02:59 PM

Originally posted by monochrome

Sorry to be the messenger. I actually posted in the 2008 thread, too. Cue 'Outer Limits' theme.

I take it your quest was also fruitless.

**monochrome** · 04-05-2014, 03:11 PM

Originally posted by chickentender

I take it your quest was also fruitless.

I have an MX in need of CLA that I don't use any more. I checked to make sure I don't have a case laying around in some box - no joy - but checking for things like THIS they're either crap or really expensive. I guess I should send that MX off to Eric.

Eyewanders · 04-05-2014, 05:45 PM

Yeah - I've got three. Just sold one this afternoon actually. The remaining chromie is in fine shape (fantastic actually) but the black one has needed a date with Eric for some time - just can't keep myself from reloading the dang thing long enough to box and send it!

**TomB_tx** · 04-05-2014, 06:21 PM

The MX era cases didn't hold up as well as the SV through Spotmatic era cases. I have earlier soft and hard body cases in excellent shape, but every MX case I've found is flaking and cracking like the leather was painted with plastic.
I bought one of the eBay half cases, and it is very nice.

stevebrot · 04-05-2014, 09:06 PM

Originally posted by TomB_tx

but every MX case I've found is flaking and cracking like the leather was painted with plastic.

That is because it is plastic painted on cardboard...real poor quality artificial leather.

Steve

**ChrisPlatt** · 04-06-2014, 06:22 AM

I bought an aftermarket eveready case for a Pentax MX from an eBay seller in Korea.
It was brand new, fit well and was of good quality.

Chris

SyncGuy · 04-10-2014, 10:05 AM

Any idea if there exists a good replacement for the Super A/Program? Mine's starting to flak off too..

Wasted my money hunting down originals.. LoL! Luckily i got them for good prices..

womble · 04-10-2014, 03:16 PM

I bought an aftermarket MX case but it didn't fit. Fitted one of my ME Supers a treat though! I eventually found a tatty MX case which protects the camera but looks awful...

**PPPPPP42** · 04-15-2014, 10:21 AM

I win points for today I think, I came to the Film SLR forum to post about the MX that just showed up on my doorstep and my first thought on unboxing it was "Oh, its a love child between my Super Program and my K1000."
As in I noticed that the MX is almost identical to the Super Program dimensionally, and fits near perfect in its leather case with my A50mm F1.4 lens on. Even the controls are all still accessible.

04-04-2014, 10:23 AM	#1
Eyewanders Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Land of the Salish Sea Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,343	leather cases for M series question Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. Does anyone know if the cases for the M series are all roughly the same. Finding one specifically for the MX in good shape has been a challenge, but there seems to be quite a few out there for the ME. I'm just wondering if they're the same or much different - maybe I can pick up one to use for the other. My MX case has seen better days. ---------- Post added 04-04-14 at 10:30 AM ---------- I found the answer here: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/8-pentax-film-slr-discussion/36961-where-...soft-case.html Sorry for the clutter - didn't come up in the forum search but found it through a google search on another site.

04-05-2014, 03:11 PM	#8
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by chickentender I take it your quest was also fruitless. I have an MX in need of CLA that I don't use any more. I checked to make sure I don't have a case laying around in some box - no joy - but checking for things like THIS they're either crap or really expensive. I guess I should send that MX off to Eric. Last edited by monochrome; 04-05-2014 at 03:20 PM.

04-10-2014, 03:16 PM	#14
womble Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Hertfordshire Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,324	I bought an aftermarket MX case but it didn't fit. Fitted one of my ME Supers a treat though! I eventually found a tatty MX case which protects the camera but looks awful... Last edited by womble; 04-15-2014 at 11:32 AM. Reason: punctuation

04-15-2014, 10:21 AM	#15
PPPPPP42 Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Wisconsin Photos: Albums Posts: 951	I win points for today I think, I came to the Film SLR forum to post about the MX that just showed up on my doorstep and my first thought on unboxing it was "Oh, its a love child between my Super Program and my K1000." As in I noticed that the MX is almost identical to the Super Program dimensionally, and fits near perfect in its leather case with my A50mm F1.4 lens on. Even the controls are all still accessible. Last edited by PPPPPP42; 04-15-2014 at 10:32 AM.

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04-04-2014, 01:28 PM	#2
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Good luck since most of the original Pentax cases of that era turned to dust a couple of decades ago. If all you are needing is protection for the camera, this item may be of interest: Genuine Real Leather Bag Case Cover for Pentax MX Camera Handmade Article \| eBay Steve

04-05-2014, 09:05 AM	#3
Eyewanders Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Land of the Salish Sea Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,343 Original Poster	Originally posted by stevebrot Good luck since most of the original Pentax cases of that era turned to dust a couple of decades ago. If all you are needing is protection for the camera, this item may be of interest: Genuine Real Leather Bag Case Cover for Pentax MX Camera Handmade Article \| eBay Steve Yes, that's what I'm discovering - there are quite a few good condition and even NOS cases for ME bodies, but nothing out there for an MX. I've looked at that Ebay item a number of times over the past few months but it is quite spendy, particularly since it doesn't have a top cover, which I love for the ease of throwing the MX in a backpack or bag on not worrying much about it. If it had a top I'd likely have bought it already, though I'd certainly prefer black. ---------- Post added 04-05-14 at 09:06 AM ---------- Oh, my mistake - it does come in black. Hmmmm...... Sure would like a top cover.

04-05-2014, 10:23 AM	#4
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	The ME/MESuper/MG soft cases do not fit the MX (Dimensions HERE). There is a specific MX soft case that is wide enough - approx 4mm wider than the MESuper/MG. In my observation the supply of NOS MX cases commonly available 7 or 8 years ago is completely exhausted.

04-05-2014, 10:33 AM	#5
Eyewanders Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Land of the Salish Sea Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,343 Original Poster	Originally posted by monochrome The ME/MESuper/MG soft cases do not fit the MX (Dimensions HERE). There is a specific MX soft case that is wide enough - approx 4mm wider than the MESuper/MG. In my observation the supply of NOS MX cases commonly available 7 or 8 years ago is completely exhausted. Booo.

04-05-2014, 12:08 PM	#6
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by chickentender Booo. Sorry to be the messenger. I actually posted in the 2008 thread, too. Cue 'Outer Limits' theme.

04-05-2014, 02:59 PM	#7
Eyewanders Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Land of the Salish Sea Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,343 Original Poster	Originally posted by monochrome Sorry to be the messenger. I actually posted in the 2008 thread, too. Cue 'Outer Limits' theme. I take it your quest was also fruitless.

04-05-2014, 05:45 PM	#9
Eyewanders Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Land of the Salish Sea Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,343 Original Poster	Yeah - I've got three. Just sold one this afternoon actually. The remaining chromie is in fine shape (fantastic actually) but the black one has needed a date with Eric for some time - just can't keep myself from reloading the dang thing long enough to box and send it!

04-05-2014, 06:21 PM	#10
TomB_tx Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,446	The MX era cases didn't hold up as well as the SV through Spotmatic era cases. I have earlier soft and hard body cases in excellent shape, but every MX case I've found is flaking and cracking like the leather was painted with plastic. I bought one of the eBay half cases, and it is very nice.

04-05-2014, 09:06 PM	#11
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by TomB_tx but every MX case I've found is flaking and cracking like the leather was painted with plastic. That is because it is plastic painted on cardboard...real poor quality artificial leather. Steve

04-06-2014, 06:22 AM	#12
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,696	I bought an aftermarket eveready case for a Pentax MX from an eBay seller in Korea. It was brand new, fit well and was of good quality. Chris

04-10-2014, 10:05 AM	#13
SyncGuy Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 821	Any idea if there exists a good replacement for the Super A/Program? Mine's starting to flak off too.. Wasted my money hunting down originals.. LoL! Luckily i got them for good prices..