John,
MD 2 is better-handling and smoother operating (having counter-rotating
motors), but significantly heaver and bulkier. Supports motor rewind, auto
2-frame beginning-of-roll advance, and LCD countdown on the OM 3/4. See the
esif for more.
MD 1 is smaller. First version had the big release button taking up the
entire top of the grip, but then went to the winder-sized release in the
late 70's (Date?). Both take the 15v Nicad Packs 1/2 and the Control grips
1/2. (I wish I still had my old version with the big button, I really
liked the handling of that version.)
The Control Grip (CG) takes 12 batteries. You get 18v with 1.5v Alkalines,
and 15v with NiCads. I don't know the feasibility of NiMH, but I'd bet that
NiCad will give the best performance-to-cost ratio. Balance is nice with
the CG, and like all the power options, you can put the batteries in your
pocket via a connecting cord if you want. Just make sure to lock the CG's
shutter release, or you might fire off 5-10 shots when you lean over. :-) I
don't know if there is a speed difference between using the two battery
types. I haven't used my CG in 15 years.
The price seems a bit high, but you probably don't have to rebuild the
Control Grip, as it uses external batteries. Make sure to figure in the
cost of batteries. I've seen $150-200 for a MD1 with the NICad pack
commonly. The CG is typically priced higher than a Nicad-Pack, but IMO, not
worth it.
Skip
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From: "John Duggan" <john.duggan1@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
The store also had what seemed to be a brand new in box
Motorwind.......Unsure if it is 1 or 2 ? with control grip. Control grip
looked mint - but on quick glance it seemed that the leatherette covering
had shrunk slightly showing the centre join. Shop wanted £320 -$450 but
said
they would accept £215 - $300. I am sort of tempted.......How does motor
drive 1 compare to motor drive 2 ? How about the control grip is it as
practical as the ni-cad battery pack ? Does it seem good value for money ?
DO I REALLY NEED IT ? ( My addiction is totally under control!!!!)
:-))))
PS. Also recently bought a single T28 flash and twin T28
flash
from listmembers.. Very good buys, great condition, Thanks guys.
Regards, John Duggan,
Wales,UK.
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