limnidytis
Member
I recently acquired a Zorki C and FED 2, which generally work OK except when I take them out in 10-20F weather the shutters start to drag after a few minutes. I partially disassembled both and applied a bit of camera oil from Micro Tools but the problem persists. Both need a more complete disassembly, cleaning and lubrication. Before I started I thought I should look into what lube was best for low temps - down to -20F - I usually don't go outside much if it's below -20F. The bottle of oil I have from Micro Tools is labeled in Japanese - I couldn't find any temperature specs. I thought maybe Nyoil - specs say to -25F but I'm open to others ideas or experience.
02Pilot
Malcontent
I've used Break-free CLP, which was designed as a firearms lubricant. It is good down to -65F (and up to +475F, if that matters to you) and designed to lubricate moving metal parts in a far harsher environment than inside a camera.
limnidytis
Member
Thanks, I'll look into that lube.