Best paint to cover scratches on Nikon lens barrel,not glass
Jun 21, 2019 10:37:05 #
siamesecatmanuk wrote:
Tried matte black which don't match when dry,gloss is too shiny when dry,just cannot get the Finnish as the rest of the unscratched parts of the barrel.
Any ideas ?
Graham
Any ideas ?
Graham
Consider Model car paint. It’s easy to dilute which makes it easier to apply evenly. Then get a semi gloss clear and put a light coat over the black. Unless you get the actual pain from the lens company which I doubt you can get, this is probably the best you’re going to get.
You can use a very small piece of 2,000 grit sandpaper if you need to smooth the area a bit. Wetting the paper is best.
Good luck.
Jun 21, 2019 11:08:31 #
nadelewitz
Loc: Ithaca NY
dpullum wrote:
White, then people will think you have a Canon 
Suggestion to dpullum......when replying to a specific post, select "Quote Reply", not plain "Reply". That way we know what you are replying to.
Jun 21, 2019 11:33:40 #
Try one of these to make it beautiful again. Will also prevent future scratches.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1190087-REG/lenscoat_lcn200500m4_lenscoat_for_the_nikon.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1190087-REG/lenscoat_lcn200500m4_lenscoat_for_the_nikon.html
Jun 21, 2019 11:52:42 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
siamesecatmanuk wrote:
Tried matte black which don't match when dry,gloss is too shiny when dry,just cannot get the Finnish as the rest of the unscratched parts of the barrel.
Any ideas ?
Graham
Any ideas ?
Graham
Personally I would do nothing. Only have Nikon do service. Otherwise DO NOTHING. YOU WILL ONLY MAKE IT WORSE.
Jun 21, 2019 12:33:05 #
Jun 21, 2019 12:55:50 #
Jun 21, 2019 14:31:56 #
The reason you will have trouble matching "the paint" is, as Brother Shapiro has already pointed out, it is likely Anodized, which isn't paint.
I would spend the time spent on this errand on improving my photo skills instead.
I would spend the time spent on this errand on improving my photo skills instead.
Jun 21, 2019 14:39:15 #
juan_uy
Loc: Uruguay
Cookie223 wrote:
OCD?
In that case he will probably WON'T be happy with any DIY solution
Jun 21, 2019 15:10:50 #
Bigmike1
Loc: I am from Gaffney, S.C. but live in Utah.
Try mixing matt and gloss together and see what you come up with. A little experimenting never hurts. You can always paint the whole barrel.
Jun 21, 2019 17:26:01 #
Personally, I wouldn't put anything on the lens barrel not designed to be there. Leave well enough alone before you inadvertently cause more damage. Best of luck.
Jun 21, 2019 18:16:30 #
I understand--I have a Hasselblad with one scuff on one side and I wish it wasn't there. Since this is the lens rather than the camera, I would consider a new color for the barrel altogether, or black not just on the scratch but over the whole lens barrel (that section). Or wall paper it. Or make a patch with masking tape and write the lens size on it for easy ID. Make a black rubber ring from a bicycle tube and stretch it over that place. Black boot polish (wax, not liquid) might hide the scratch after it is wiped off. Or have the scratch incorporated into an ornamental etching, perhaps your own logo or crest if resale is not a factor, and fill with white or silver caulking (used for the initials on bowling balls)--this could be elaborate or simple like a cattle brand.
Jun 21, 2019 20:07:57 #
Try a heavy felt tip marker 1st to fill in the scratch then possibly nail polish? The only catch is that you'll need to occasionally retouch the scratches as time and sunlight fade them out.
Jun 22, 2019 02:07:17 #
I have read through the thread and agree that a barrel on a zoom being painted could be problematic. I would add that if you do find a matching paint color be very careful if you are painting plastic encased lens. Some plastics react to carbon based paints. The plastic warps or distorts. Also for those of you that use a tiny brush or tooth pick, consider buying a can of "Japan Dryer" to mix with your paint. It will expedite the drying process. Rustoleum paints, other than quick dry variety, have a propensity to have long dry times. Japan Dryer will speed up the paint drying process provided it is a compatible paint (noted on the Japan Drier label).
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Sheffield-Japan-Paint-Drier-3076/38754044?wmlspartner=wmtlabs&adid=22222222222026725730&wmlspartner=wmtlabs&wl0=e&wl1=o&wl2=c&wl3=10357093334&wl4=pla-1103089418949:aud-807615483&wl12=38754044_10000001673&wl14=Japan%20Drier&veh=sem&msclkid=92679b84001716fb1f2ac689c607bef9
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Sheffield-Japan-Paint-Drier-3076/38754044?wmlspartner=wmtlabs&adid=22222222222026725730&wmlspartner=wmtlabs&wl0=e&wl1=o&wl2=c&wl3=10357093334&wl4=pla-1103089418949:aud-807615483&wl12=38754044_10000001673&wl14=Japan%20Drier&veh=sem&msclkid=92679b84001716fb1f2ac689c607bef9
Jun 22, 2019 02:50:03 #
[quote=Charles 46277]I understand--I have a Hasselblad with one scuff on one side and I wish it wasn't there.
I have twp Hasselblads. and both have some scratches. It has never bothered me, cause I got them making money with them
I have twp Hasselblads. and both have some scratches. It has never bothered me, cause I got them making money with them
Jun 22, 2019 03:58:33 #
Harry0
Loc: Gardena, Cal
As long as you're going to do it anyway,
Why not make it a pattern? Like a non-slip grip kinda thing.
Don't make it look like a repair; make it look like an upgrade.
Why not make it a pattern? Like a non-slip grip kinda thing.
Don't make it look like a repair; make it look like an upgrade.
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