I've had several cleaned (lens CLA) and they seem to be fine afterwards --
no worse for the wear.
As for pricing, it depends on the lens. A 'regular' lens is in the $40-60
range. Some, like the 300/4.5, are in the $100. So, before you bid or buy an
'oily' one, get an estimate.
Tom
> I notice that there is a serious concern when buying lenses about whether
> there is oil on the aperture blades and whether they move freely etc. I
> understand the importance of blades opening and closing freely. What I am
> interested in is whether oil on the blades is terminal as far as a lens is
> concerned, or whether it can be reconditioned. If this is possible, what
> is the likely price?
>
> PS. I don't have a lens with this problem as far as I know, I am just
> interested.
>
> Trevor
>
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