At 3/24/2024 03:28 AM, Frank wrote:
>Oh I agree on the PD wrist strap. I have one and only use it for my old
>(and light) e-m5.
>
>How would you limit sliding movement? That might be an idea.
>
>Best, Frank.
>
>Op za 23 mrt 2024 om 05:19 schreef Moose <olymoose@xxxxxxxxx>:
>
>> On 3/21/2024 5:02 PM, Frank wrote:
>> > I might add that I use arca swiss compatible quick release L plates on my
>> > camera's, like these
>> > <
>> https://www.amazon.co.uk/X-BAOFU-Release-Aluminium-L-Plate-Olympus/dp/B0CBMV5ZR5/ref=sr_1_6
>> >.
>> > They add some grip, protect the camera and cooperate with tripods
>> easyily.
>> > At a small weight penalty of course.
>>
>> I've played with these from time to time, starting with the Oly Grip Strap
>> for film OM bodies. Still have a couple, that
>> worked fine, but don't suit me now. No need for the fancy, pricey PD
>> plate. Many solid, third party A-S QR plates have a
>> little extension with slot for strap. Tested by me, and work, for MUCH
>> less cost.
>>
>> BTW, the PD wrist strap is a faulty design. No way to fix it at one
>> length. The weight of the gear pulls it tight around
>> my wrist. No way to get it off without two fully involved hands. I've been
>> thinking about putting a rivet in the strap
>> to limit sliding movement.
>>
>> Well Strapped Moose
https://leatherworker.net/forum/topic/88430-strong-rivet-reinforcement-for-webbing/
could try stitching a small loop as a stop:
https://www.joann.com/coats-clark-outdoor-200yd-thread/zprd_11744323a.html#q=Coats%20&start=1
or a leather rivet
https://www.amazon.com/Realeather-Crafts-Rivet-Setter-Nickel/dp/B00DG8VYG2
WayneS
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