Fotoguy20d
2-Jul-2012, 12:18
Its perhaps a generic problem but in this case it's a 12" Series II. Someone removed the rear glass from its barrel and then reinstalled it backwards. There must be a bit of a taper to the glass because it seems to be stuck in the barrel opening (the outer edge) and the threaded in ring isn't even contacting the glass.
I'm afraid of chipping it if I push hard enough. If I try heat I'm worried about either cracking the glass or melting the balsam. Any thoughts? The eBay seller is offering me a no-lose deal. I can return it for a refund including shipping, or I can try to extract it and if it chips, then return it for a full refund. I'd rather not ruin it since its in otherwise nice shape so I'm inclined towards the former unless someone has a good idea.
Thanks,
Dan
I'm afraid of chipping it if I push hard enough. If I try heat I'm worried about either cracking the glass or melting the balsam. Any thoughts? The eBay seller is offering me a no-lose deal. I can return it for a refund including shipping, or I can try to extract it and if it chips, then return it for a full refund. I'd rather not ruin it since its in otherwise nice shape so I'm inclined towards the former unless someone has a good idea.
Thanks,
Dan