This Nikon F2 seemed beyond repair.

Traces of rust, oxidation, fungus and, of course, a total mechanical blockage.

Sand, of course…

80% dismantled, rust removed, deoxidised, treated for internal and external fungus.

Polishing of certain parts, reassembly of mechanical blocks, cleaning of curtains, lubrication.

Replacement of foam, mirror and sight glass.

Progressive reassembly of the mechanical blocks and testing.

Adjustment of curtain translation speeds, adjustment of exposure speeds.
Rested for a fortnight, the control tests were positive.

“Good to go! “