After looking at several Leicas I'm convinced that new BN's and Ultravids all have stiff focus wheels. I'm guessing that this is the result of very close tolerances. Furthermore, I'm wondering if it improves with regular use (read friction).
A few Leica users have said they saw improvement over time, but I've never heard a definitive "Yes, it gets nice and smooth with regular use". I guess the only way to know is to ask if there are long-term Leica users whose focus is still relatively stiff. I don't find initial focus a problem, but fine tuning is a real hassle on many of the new samples I've looked at.
I've asked Leica and they don't answer. Can Leica owners shed some light on this topic?
John
A few Leica users have said they saw improvement over time, but I've never heard a definitive "Yes, it gets nice and smooth with regular use". I guess the only way to know is to ask if there are long-term Leica users whose focus is still relatively stiff. I don't find initial focus a problem, but fine tuning is a real hassle on many of the new samples I've looked at.
I've asked Leica and they don't answer. Can Leica owners shed some light on this topic?
John