Re: [OM] camera plating

[ClassicVW]

I wonder the same, but here's the passage I was referring to....

"As befits a top-quality camera, the finish, like that of the OM-4, comprises 
a double layer of matte black paint over black chrome plating. The result is 
unusual durability in use."
               --- Yoshihisa Maitani 'Technically Speaking' article on OM-2 
SP in Olympus'  'Vision Age' #3, 1985

Best,
George S.

scott@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:

> What in the world is "black chrome," I wonder?
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