I can’t imagine why this model Sinar is called Norma. Does anyone know?
I can’t imagine why this model Sinar is called Norma. Does anyone know?
I think NORMA is engraved on the front of the basic rail, since everything hooks on to that. Hence "Standard". Endcap with Sinar Rule snaps into the front. Rule is quite useful for determining bellows extension factors. It's engraved on the back side of the rule.
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It's because it was so well thought out that it made other cameras seem abnormal.
Moly grease is black and will stain. Be aware. Molybdenum Disulfide is a superb anti-wear additive for situations of high pressure and temperature, but honestly it seems overkill for a view camera. Valvoline Synpower is a good one, too.
The white stuff in the Sinar photo looks to me like lithium grease, like the old Lubriplate. Campagnolo branded similar stuff for bicycles.
Rick “who uses Molykote DX for watch parts that are greased—bring your checkbook” Denney
**Wear nitrile gloves around the grease and liquids**
My collection of Norma cleaning supplies by Nokton48, on Flickr
Here's what i have accumulated so far to clean up my Sinar Normas.
Last edited by Daniel Unkefer; 9-Aug-2023 at 08:27.
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“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”
― Mark Twain
I would advise BALLISTOL, it's an old gun oil (Greman imperial army) I used it on mine and it worked perfectly. One advantage is that you can use it first to clean the movenent's gears and then lube these with fresh oil.
It doesn't stiff up, is not greasy, it penetrates in the metal's surface structure, it conservate, it is easy to clean a way and you only need a very a few drops.
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