Update: I thought the old trick with a hairdryer on stuck lens barrels was junk

Had a Minolta X-700 with a 50mm f/1.7 that wouldn't budge. A guy at the shop in Tacoma said to heat the barrel with a hairdryer for 30 seconds, then try. Figured it would wreck the lube. Tried it, and it twisted right off with gentle pressure. Anyone else have a go-to method for this that works better?

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shane_ross5d ago

That shop in Tacoma gave you a solid tip. You really thought it would ruin the lube?

jakewhite5d ago

I always thought that trick was junk too, but @shane_ross is right, it really works!