Finally got an M10 for my Berlin trip next week but handling is kinda slick. Im torn between the Match Technical EP-MX and the official Leica one. The Leica is like 200 bucks but the Match Tech looks more ergonomic... or should I just save cash with a Haoge? Which one actually feels better for all day shooting?
Man you gotta go with the brass! I was in your exact spot before a huge trip to Berlin actually... spent weeks comparing the weight and torque specs on these things lol. Honestly, the Match Technical Thumbs Up EP-MX Black is the absolute king of ergonomics because of that specific curve they use. It puts your thumb at such a natural angle compared to others.
Stumbled upon this discussion today. Building on the earlier suggestion, I'd urge you to focus on the mechanical fit rather than just the ergonomics. In my experience over the years, the hot shoe is way more fragile than people think. The biggest risk is leverage... if a grip doesn't sit 100% flush, it acts like a crowbar and can pull the hot shoe assembly right off the internal frame. I've seen M bodies ruined this way. Honestly, if whatever you buy has any wiggle or requires force to slide in, stop using it immediately. You don't want a loose shoe halfway through your Berlin trip. I've tried many over the decades and usually, the ones with poor tolerances are the ones that cause the most damage. Just be careful not to trade your cameras health for a bit of thumb comfort... it's a bad deal.