I have a tool bag with a stuck zipper. I don’t know if it’s fixable, or needs replacing (which wouldn’t be worth it). It’s on a heavy canvas gator bag. If someone could do a little consulting, I’d appreciate it.
If the zipper is not missing any teeth, I’d suggest using a number two pencil to apply graphite onto the teeth of the zipper. A messier option would be to use wd40 to lubricate it.
I do not see any missing teeth, so I don’t see anything obstructing it from working. I also does not appear to have anything caught in the zipper preventing its operation so I suggest lubrication and the using pliers to apply force. It appears to be in working order.
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Odd as it may seem, Chapstick can work. Not as marring as graphite or WD40,though still a wax, it should work well (just don’t expect a lot of the Chapstick to be worth its intended use afterwards).
I can take a look the next time we are in the same place!
I’ve used an ordinary crayon to lube a zipper before. And you can choose a color that matches the item.