I was wondering if you can use a Nikonos V without the o rings. Obviously not watertight but I'd like to use it as a normal camera and would rather not have to deal with the grease every time I load another roll, plus it helps preserve the rings. The only bits I can see being an issue are a light leak from the lens ring and the back but looking at them they look fine. Anyone tried it?
I have not been greasing mine, all seems well. I don't take it under water and don't have any particular plans to. "storage o-rings", not meant for underwater use may still be available, which might be another solution for you.