James Oxford , Oct 15, 2007; 06:36 p.m.
Where can i get a leader cutter to cut a factory like tab for my bulk loading?
Larry Dressler 
, Oct 15, 2007; 06:48 p.m.
Last time I looked Porter's camera had them and so did Freestyle.
Stephen Lewis 
, Oct 15, 2007; 07:08 p.m.
If you know the shape, you can make one out of a piece of sheet metal. I recall reading some months ago about somebody who made one out of a door hinge.
Bob Michaels , Oct 15, 2007; 07:21 p.m.
I always found a simple diagonal slice with a pair of scissors worked perfectly.
Frank Schifano , Oct 15, 2007; 08:37 p.m.
Why? A pair of scissors works just a s well. It doesn't have to be perfect.
Michael Blum , Oct 15, 2007; 09:51 p.m.
I have a template for a leica leader tool. I got it on the web and will post it if anyone can tell me how to do it.
If you use bottom loader cameras you need this template or else camera will jam.
leica leader film template
Michael Blum , Oct 15, 2007; 09:53 p.m.
I guess I figured how to post it.when you cut the taper, make sure you don't cut through a hole.
Cheers
Michael
Michael Blum , Oct 15, 2007; 09:58 p.m.
Directions for using the template:
Note these features particularly:
1. The leader is cut approximately 110 mm long.
2. The leader is cut to a width of 22 mm.
3. The leader is cut with a radius edge between the sprocket holes.
The importance of item three cannot be overstated. You must avoid providing a sharp corner to catch in the film advance mechanism. Small shards of film will inevitably work themselves into some inaccessable gear train leading to expensive repairs.
Robert Vonk , Oct 16, 2007; 12:41 a.m.
You can make this shape perfectly with a sharp pair of scissors. It's really not a problem.
W T , Oct 16, 2007; 10:43 a.m.
I've been shooting bulk BW since 1983 and have never done anything but cut them freehand with scissors or knife with a cut like Bob said if misplaced the scissors. If you need a template I think you been spending too much time watching Martha.
