From prying to soaking: my wake-up call on stuck lens parts

I used to jump right in with tools when lens elements seized up. After cracking a rare find, I learned that slow soaking in the right fluid saves the day. Now I won't touch a vintage piece without it. What liquids do you folks trust for this job? Looking to improve my process.

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3 Comments

quinn_young1mo ago

Wait, you cracked a rare find? That's a tough lesson, but soaking saves the day.

the_felix1mo ago

You actually cracked a rare find? I'd be sick over that.

the_jenny1mo ago

Soak everything until it gives up, @quinn_young. It's the same rule for old lenses and the pipes under my sink.