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themoleman342
 Joined: 21 Oct 2007 Posts: 2190 Location: East Coast (CT), U.S.A.
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Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 4:38 pm Post subject: A way to re-do lens markings |
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themoleman342 wrote:
So I don't think this is anything new. But maybe this little tip is worth something.
Here we have a piece of the KMZ Helios 44 Start-mount with a fair amount of wear. The lettering could use some touch up.
So using an industrial grade Sharpie,
We go over all the lines and let the ink dry.
We are left with this after wiping the excess away:
It's a 1 minute fix that makes your lenses look a hell of a lot better. I've tried the same technique with high quality enamel paint and know what? The sharpie holds up better!
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Attila
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Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 4:43 pm Post subject: |
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Attila wrote:
Excellent hint! Many thanks! _________________ -------------------------------
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LucisPictor
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Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 6:17 pm Post subject: |
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LucisPictor wrote:
Is it easy to wipe away the excess paint? _________________ Personal forum activity on pause every now and again (due to job obligations)!
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peterqd
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Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 6:38 pm Post subject: |
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peterqd wrote:
For white markings I've done the same with correcting fluid, but I don't let it dry completely. _________________ Peter - Moderator |
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Attila
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Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 7:12 pm Post subject: |
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Attila wrote:
peterqd wrote: |
For white markings I've done the same with correcting fluid, but I don't let it dry completely. |
+1 _________________ -------------------------------
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themoleman342
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Posted: Tue Jul 05, 2011 3:06 am Post subject: |
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themoleman342 wrote:
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Is it easy to wipe away the excess paint? |
It takes a little effort to get the ink off. A sponge can typically do the job. If you're doing paint, a fingernail with scratch off the excess. |
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