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The perennial scratched-fisheye problem...

Started Jan 11, 2015 | Questions thread
hotdog321
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Re: The perennial scratched-fisheye problem...
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This looks like the standard abrasion these bulbous front elements gather. If it is an actual scratch, a bit of carbon black rubbed on the scratch can help minimize flare. If it is just the multicoating, leave it alone. If you rub it too hard it will simply spread.

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