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p.1 #1 · p.1 #1 · Alternative to metal rings (triangle, circle, etc) on strap lugs? | |
I saw a used Canon A1 on display in a store where it had some kind of rope/string (?) instead of metal rings; it looped around the strap lugs, and then the camera strap was attached to the strings.
I thought that might be a great idea as it would be less abrasive on a Leica's reputably weak brass lugs (which can be scratched and worn out via regular metal rings).
I'm curious what kind of material would be most suitable for this purpose? I suppose it needs to be tough enough to withstand abrasion (especially if I attach a regular nylon camera strap that is rough and experience abrasion with the string)? Some kind of thin but durable nylon obtained from an outdoor/camping/sports store perhaps?
Also I'm not sure if these will come in closed loops, or I'll have to close the loop myself. If it were nylon, perhaps the knot could be sealed using heat? Or, some kind of knot-typing technique (I found a few on fishing websites) that should supposedly not loosen over time?
Any thoughts or opinions on this matter?
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