Several years ago I won a like-new OM-1 and 55/1.2. It was sent off to John
Hermanson for a CLA and curtain replacement. (John said the curtains didn't
need replacement. But they were wrinkled and I didn't want to take a chance.
So I had them replaced.)
Anyhow, one part of the camera wasn't mint. The rubber on the bottom of the
Shoe 1 had deteriorated and left a big blotch of some whitish material on
the prism cover. I tried every solvent at my disposal -- including all sorts
of powerful organics and even GooGone -- but it just wouldn't budge.
Then, in a moment of inspiration, I spit on the crud. And guess what? It
came off easily and completely.
Don't spurn spit. It's Nature's Natural Solvent.
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