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Everready case repair

Started by Fallisphoto, Feb 17, 2013, 02:38 AM

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Aerowoof

Feb 17, 2013, 02:38 AM Last Edit: Sep 20, 2024, 01:10 AM by smf_adm
What glue to use to reglue seams that have come apart on nikon,yashica,konica and miranda cases,some are learher some vinyl ?

Zombicams

Feb 17, 2013, 03:33 AM #1 Last Edit: Sep 20, 2024, 01:10 AM by smf_adm
Leather = Elmer's White Glue or Elmer's School glue (any white glue). I used to use Ross since it was made in Canada but, when it started to be made in China, the formula changed and I didn't care which brand it was. Ditto for Elmer's.
 

Fallisphoto

Feb 17, 2013, 08:39 PM #2 Last Edit: Sep 20, 2024, 01:10 AM by smf_adm
Zombicams: the type of clothes pins with springs can come in handy too, for clamping all kinds of things, and they're cheap.

Prasanna

Feb 27, 2013, 01:21 PM #3 Last Edit: Sep 20, 2024, 01:10 AM by smf_adm
I use a brand called Feviquick. It is an epoxy in liquid form quick drying and holds the seams fast. Visually it is almost imperceptible.

Jagstang

Feb 28, 2013, 04:26 AM #4 Last Edit: Sep 20, 2024, 01:10 AM by smf_adm
It's not a seam, but anyone know of a company or craftsman who might be able to redo failing leatherette on a case?  I have a case for my Contax 139 that is custom fit for the camera and motor drive... the leatherette is totally shot on it. It is an o

Fallisphoto

Mar 02, 2013, 08:55 PM #5 Last Edit: Sep 20, 2024, 01:10 AM by smf_adm
Instead of white glue, I'd use bookbinder's glue for leather. Why? It's flexible.