Kodak Finder Lens Scratch Fix?????

["Paul A. Lehman" <PALEHMAN@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Recent postings have mentioned the problem of the easily scratched plastic finder 
lens found in Kodak cameras. I too have one of these. During a recent disassemble and 
cleaning of my Kodak, I removed the finder lens from its bracket and did the 
following:

Using a fresh piece of lens paper, I rubbed a spot of paper on a plain white candle 
(wax). I then transfered the wax to the finder lens surface with gently circular 
motions leaving a thin hazy film of wax on its surface. Than, using a fresh piece of 
lens paper, I gently buffed the surface until it was clear. I estimate over 95% of 
the scratches disappeared. (probibly filled with the wax). It was a significant 
improvement!

However, before I recommend this to anyone else, I wish to acquire the opinions of 
others more experienced than I: what could the long term consequences of using wax on 
this plastic lens be? Could a better wax be used? Any opinions?



Paul A. Lehman




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