----- Original Message -----
From: "Paul Stenquist"
Subject: Re: OT: Leica Lust


>I've already practiced with my FED Leica clone. I wrecked three
> rolls before I figured it out. But now I can load it in a matter of
> seconds. If you cut the leader so that the narrow part is about 10 cm
> longer, the job is much easier.

Those who have been around 35mm photography for more than a couple of
decades will remember "Leica Leaders". Kodak stopped cutting long leaders in
the early 80s, I think with the introduction of the VR films. Up till then,
their film had long leaders.

William Robb

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