Does Kodak Medalist II Need Lightproofing?

Greetings! I noticed that my Medalist II does not have any leftovers of lights seals around the rear door. Does the camera need light seals or should I leave it be? Thanks

I've just had a look at my Medalist 1 and there's certainly never been any kind of light seals in the grooves or on the door itself. I guess the Mark 2 is the same. Many cameras of that era depended on the depth of the grooves and on close tolerances giving a tight fit between door and body. Some cameras used a black yarn, it was much later that foam seals entered the scene.

Known as a labyrinth light seal. All cameras used them at one time. I think foam seal was used as a cost cutting method.

I've just had a look at my Medalist 1 and there's certainly never been any kind of light seals in the grooves or on the door itself. I guess the Mark 2 is the same. Many cameras of that era depended on the depth of the grooves and on close tolerances giving a tight fit between door and body. Some cameras used a black yarn, it was much later that foam seals entered the scene.

 

Thanks John, I appreciate your input. Will leave my Metalist as is. I actually prefer yarn over foam because over time foam will become either sticky or dry stiff. Thanks again!