>Date: Mon, 24 Dec 2001 00:43:36 -0800
>From: Jim Couch <JamesBCouch@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>Subject: Re: [OM] preventing "brassing?"
>
>Clear mylar packing tape works well. Just tape a bit around the strap lug. You
>will need to replace it from time to time. There are thicker tapes that are
>used
>for protecting the top sheets of skis or bicycle chainstays that are more
>durable, but they don't always stick as well.
What I've used on many things, but not a camera so far, is book-mending tape,
specifically Scotch (3M) Book Tape 845, 3 inches wide. It's a thick mylar,
with an aggressive adhesive, and stands up quite well. It's the stuff used to
repair the backs of library books and the like. On can buy it at office supply
and stationary stores, perhaps needing to special-order it. A roll (3" wide by
540 inches long) cost US $9.00 a year ago at a local stationary store.
<http://www.3M.com/office> or <http://www.3M.com/canada>
Remove old adhesive using lighter fluid or mineral spirits. These are safe on
the chrome and the black paint, but it's best to keep them away from the
leather, as they may cause the leather to come loose from the body. Use a
q-tip to apply and a paper towel to clean up.
>Not using a strap at all is also a good way to protect against brassing. Most
>of
>the time I shoot without a strap on the camera. The exception is some sporting
>events where I am often shooting with two cameras.
I'd be too afraid that I'd drop the camera, and so wouldn't be able to stay
focused on photography.
>"Richard F. Man" wrote:
>
> > So is there anyway to prevent the strap nuts from "brassing" the camera?
> > Are there replacement strap that are better?
It strikes me that a one-inch diameter round leather washer pushed over the
stud before attaching the ring and strap would also work. One can make such
washers by hand with only a sharp knife. Suitable leather can be gotten from
the scrap barrel of one of those places that will upolster furniture in leather.
Joe Gwinn
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