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?
p.1 #5 · Alternative to metal rings (triangle, circle, etc) on strap lugs?
Thanks guys.
I'm not referring to string loop-type straps, which typically come attached to the strap itself and isn't an independent connector, but rather what sort of material is used by those string loops.
Braided Kevlar looks interesting, but I wonder where does one find these? At a hardware store, or a fishing/sporting goods store perhaps?
p.1 #10 · Alternative to metal rings (triangle, circle, etc) on strap lugs?
I use split rings on small cameras, like my X100s, but I use DIY webbing loops on my larger cameras. I've been using this system on 1D-series bodies with up to 70-200/2.8L lens for about ten years, with no problems.
p.1 #13 · Alternative to metal rings (triangle, circle, etc) on strap lugs?
I've made several straps similar to the Gordy ones using paracord for my Nikon1 V1 setup. If the paracord is too thick you can gut it (remove the inner cords) to make thinner. I buy my paracord from SupplyCaptain on line to make sure I get real paracord and fake look-a-likes.
p.1 #14 · Alternative to metal rings (triangle, circle, etc) on strap lugs?
Is there some new info about such string? I looked in ebay with no success. One idea is just to use braided fishing line (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Braided_fishing_line). It is durable and thin.
