[rollei_list] Re: Rollei Case Restoration

Thanks for the stitching hints Fred.  :-)

Richard

On 12/30/06, Fred Collins <fredcol23@xxxxxxx> wrote:




Richard--
I used #22 tapestry needles which have a blunt point. The holes must be
clear of the old stitches.  I used needles on either end and stitched like
lacing a shoe.  I had to used pliers to initially pull the needle through
while the waxed thread was doubled.  Prior to stitching I softened the dry
leather with mink oil. I appreciate the information on the glue.  If there
are some short spots that require attention I may try it. Fred

----- Original Message -----
From: Richard Sintchak
To: rollei_list@xxxxxxxxxxxxx

Sent: Saturday, December 30, 2006 5:39 PM
Subject: [rollei_list] Re: Rollei Case Restoration

I cannot suggest a strap but will mention that the side stitching on
my case for my Rollei 2.8 C Xenotar had unraveled and needed repair.
I found some good waxed, heavy thread but could not find a good needle
to use and those holes looks so darn small too) so instead I decided
to try the gluing route.  I'm happy to report that this glue:

http://www.loctiteproducts.com/products/detail.asp?catid=15&subid=34&plid=195

which specifically mentions use for leathers, worked great.  There is
no way that leather is coming apart unless it tears, it's like cement!
 I still may re-stitch just to have the thread there but really hardly
need to.

Richard



On 12/30/06, Fred Collins <fredcol23@xxxxxxx> wrote:
>
>
> Happy New Year All...
>
>
> I have just finished needed restitching of my Tessar 3.5 Rollei case.  The
> camera was purchased in the early 1950s.  The strap has long since gone
and
> I would appreciate suggestions on a replacement of the strap.  Fred


--
Regards,

Richard S.
San Francisco

My Commute Photo Blog
http://shootingonthefly.blogspot.com/

My Flickr Page
http://www.flickr.com/photos/rich8155/
---
Rollei List

- Post to rollei_list@xxxxxxxxxxxxx

- Subscribe at rollei_list-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with
'subscribe'
in the subject field OR by logging into www.freelists.org

- Unsubscribe at rollei_list-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with
'unsubscribe' in the subject field OR by logging into www.freelists.org

- Online, searchable archives are available at
http://www.freelists.org/archives/rollei_list





--
Regards,

Richard S.
San Francisco

My Commute Photo Blog
http://shootingonthefly.blogspot.com/

My Flickr Page
http://www.flickr.com/photos/rich8155/
---
Rollei List

- Post to rollei_list@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Subscribe at rollei_list-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with 'subscribe' in the subject field OR by logging into www.freelists.org
- Unsubscribe at rollei_list-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with 'unsubscribe' in the subject field OR by logging into www.freelists.org 

- Online, searchable archives are available at
http://www.freelists.org/archives/rollei_list

Other related posts: