[rollei_list] Re: Equipment cases

I use a Tamrac Velocity 9 sling pack to carry my SL66E and up to six
lenses, shades, filters, film and miscellaneous stuff. Accepts Tamrac
clip on type holders for things like film magazines or anything else
you can think of to carry. Can hike with it as a reasonably
comfortable backpack (though not as comfortable as a true backpack),
and slide it around in front to work out of it without having to take
it off.  Fits both in an overhead bin or under the seat in a regular
commercial jet, I've even gotten it under the seat (far enough to not
alarm the stewardesses) on regional flights. Reasonably priced too.
Also works well for my DSLR kit; sort of like a Domke it's just a very
versatile canvas pack with some padding.  Highly recommended.
Multiple sizes available, I use the Velocity 6 for my rangefinders
with up to four lenses.  No, I don't work for Tamrac, just think they
make good and innovative stuff.
LJS

On 10/24/07, Jerry Laderberg <jerry@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
>
> All good points.  I've taken to using foam ( rubber?) drink holders as
> inserts for lenses and slim bodies in musette-type canvas bags.  Good
> protection and bag stays slim.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Allen Zak
> To: rollei_list@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Sent: Wednesday, October 24, 2007 9:09 AM
> Subject: [rollei_list] Re: Benser cases
>
> While the Omnica was well made and cleverly customized for various camera
> systems, it shared the same drawback with all cases of the era in that it
> was heavy and stiff. There was always this alien piece of luggage bouncing
> on the hip, especially troublesome in situations where it was necessary to
> move fast. I respected the Omnica but didn't like it for that reason.
> Several other options, including musette and gas mask bags, didn't protected
> the equipment well enough.
>
> Domke changed all that with a pliable canvas construction, affording easy
> access, protecting the equipment and conformable to the body. The design was
> at its best with an outfit that consisted of several 35 mm camera bodies (or
> digital equivalents), lenses and accessories, which is what most PJs carry,
> and it made obsolete the finely crafted but clumsy leather bags previously
> considered best of breed. After more than 3 decades of use, I still find it
> an ideal carriage for most of my "serious" photography.
>
> Rolleiography is another matter. Soft canvas doesn't seem a good fit for MF
> equipment, but I find joy with lightweight nylon and other high tech
> materials reinforced with foam rubber. It is somewhat but not as flexible as
> canvas, offering a bit more protection at less weight than leather. My
> Rollei equipment fits perfectly into a LowePro Mini-magnum bag as if it were
> custom made; 3.5F (with or without prism), lens shade, yellow filter, + 1
> Rolleinar, light meter, and film. I proselytize on its behalf. ;-)
>
> Allen Zak
>
> On Oct 23, 2007, at 8:34 PM, Jerry Laderberg wrote:
>
>
> I always thought a great case to work out of in the 1950/60's was the
> Omnica.
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Allen Zak
> To: rollei_list@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Sent: Tuesday, October 23, 2007 2:10 PM
> Subject: [rollei_list] Re: e: speaking of war photography
>
>
> Several years later, he hooked up with Leica, during which time he designed
> the Benser case for M and accessories. It was good for transporting gear,
> not so much for actually working out of it. IMHO, there wasn't a decent
> carryall until Domke came up with one in the late 60s. However, I'm sure a
> Benser would be a good collectable.
>
> Allen Zak
>
>
>
>
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