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Apr 13, 2017 10:22:42   #
joehel2 Loc: Cherry Hill, NJ
 
I recently was on an overnight trip with three other photographers. Coincidentally, we were all using the same Nikon camera with, of course, the same batteries and chargers, etc. During the course of things, my charger was used by one of the others who inadvertently then packed it up with their stuff, thinking it was their's. I did get it back when they discovered the error but had to impose on one of the others to charge my batteries in the interim. I realized that these small items which are not only expensive but mission critical should be identified with a mark or something. I was thinking two or three tiny drops of nail polish or something similar. How do you do it. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

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Apr 13, 2017 10:25:23   #
RickL Loc: Vail, Az
 
Haven't had that challenge but after your question will mark my items with nail polish

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Apr 13, 2017 10:26:59   #
Linary Loc: UK
 
joehel2 wrote:
I recently was on an overnight trip with three other photographers. Coincidentally, we were all using the same Nikon camera with, of course, the same batteries and chargers, etc. During the course of things, my charger was used by one of the others who inadvertently then packed it up with their stuff, thinking it was their's. I did get it back when they discovered the error but had to impose on one of the others to charge my batteries in the interim. I realized that these small items which are not only expensive but mission critical should be identified with a mark or something. I was thinking two or three tiny drops of nail polish or something similar. How do you do it. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
I recently was on an overnight trip with three oth... (show quote)


Stick on labels with name, address and phone number. Also gps tracker sewn into the camera bag.

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Apr 13, 2017 10:35:06   #
Jerry Green Loc: Huntsville, AL
 
I use a fine point permanent silver sharpie to mark my accessories. I also put the dates that I got the batteries on them.

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Apr 13, 2017 10:44:02   #
jeep_daddy Loc: Prescott AZ
 
joehel2 wrote:
I recently was on an overnight trip with three other photographers. Coincidentally, we were all using the same Nikon camera with, of course, the same batteries and chargers, etc. During the course of things, my charger was used by one of the others who inadvertently then packed it up with their stuff, thinking it was their's. I did get it back when they discovered the error but had to impose on one of the others to charge my batteries in the interim. I realized that these small items which are not only expensive but mission critical should be identified with a mark or something. I was thinking two or three tiny drops of nail polish or something similar. How do you do it. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
I recently was on an overnight trip with three oth... (show quote)


P-Touch labeler

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Apr 13, 2017 10:47:37   #
OddJobber Loc: Portland, OR
 
RickL wrote:
Haven't had that challenge but after your question will mark my items with nail polish

Good idea! I have not been in this situation with photo equipment but, as a contractor, was frequently on site with other guys with the same tools, chargers, batteries, etc. Better to be prepared "in case".

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Apr 13, 2017 10:49:32   #
Haydon
 
A silver sharpie works well on black items.

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Apr 13, 2017 10:52:22   #
rjaywallace Loc: Wisconsin
 
jeep_daddy wrote:
P-Touch labeler

That's what I use. The very thin labels are durable, but can be removed as needed. /Ralph

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Apr 13, 2017 10:52:25   #
bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY
 
joehel2 wrote:
I recently was on an overnight trip with three other photographers. Coincidentally, we were all using the same Nikon camera with, of course, the same batteries and chargers, etc. During the course of things, my charger was used by one of the others who inadvertently then packed it up with their stuff, thinking it was their's. I did get it back when they discovered the error but had to impose on one of the others to charge my batteries in the interim. I realized that these small items which are not only expensive but mission critical should be identified with a mark or something. I was thinking two or three tiny drops of nail polish or something similar. How do you do it. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
I recently was on an overnight trip with three oth... (show quote)


Stick on address labels

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Apr 13, 2017 10:54:00   #
Jakebrake Loc: Broomfield, Colorado
 
jeep_daddy wrote:
P-Touch labeler


That's exactly what I use. I have grips for both of my Canon bodies which are different, so I labeled them for the body they go on. With a P-Touch you can get various sizes of labels and put them on small items.

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Apr 13, 2017 10:55:06   #
chase4 Loc: Punta Corona, California
 
Jerry Green wrote:
I use a fine point permanent silver sharpie to mark my accessories. I also put the dates that I got the batteries on them.


I do the same as Jerry chase

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Apr 13, 2017 10:57:20   #
Hsch39 Loc: Northbrook, Illinois
 
Brother P-Touch labeler, on chargers and batteries

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Apr 13, 2017 10:59:19   #
HOHIMER
 
I mark all my stuff, on/close to the I.D. label, or inside the battery case, with the last four digits of my Social, using a vibrating engraver. If I am careful, and make it very small, it looks like part of the factory markings.
I like this method because it is not removable/noticeable to others but still provides strong evidence it is mine. Makes it easy to I. D. my stuff if recovered by the police, lost-and-found, or a pawn shop.

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Apr 13, 2017 11:13:06   #
Leitz Loc: Solms
 
joehel2 wrote:
I recently was on an overnight trip with three other photographers. Coincidentally, we were all using the same Nikon camera with, of course, the same batteries and chargers, etc. During the course of things, my charger was used by one of the others who inadvertently then packed it up with their stuff, thinking it was their's. I did get it back when they discovered the error but had to impose on one of the others to charge my batteries in the interim. I realized that these small items which are not only expensive but mission critical should be identified with a mark or something. I was thinking two or three tiny drops of nail polish or something similar. How do you do it. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
I recently was on an overnight trip with three oth... (show quote)

I'm only counting 3 photographers.

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Apr 13, 2017 11:27:46   #
Dr.Nikon Loc: Honolulu Hawaii
 
I ran into this problem when I travel with my brother .. we use the same chargers and batteries and one of our cameras are identical ... he lays misplaces his stuff .., and grabs mine ...I just used a tiny dab of nail polish on my 8 batteries and 3 chargers .. as for the camera ..a small mark on the battery holder and on the bottom of the camera ✔️

A silver sharpie is best as well ... couldn't find one in Yosemite .., so borrowed nail polish from a friend ..

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