Leaks and corrosion in old kitchen mixer tap - what's required?

[Craigfute]

That's really helpful - thanks for posting it.
What form is the 'gland packing'? I have water weeping from the shaft (at the red arrow) but, until I can get the handle off, I don't know what is down there to seal it. What can I expect?

 

[JCplumb]

You're welcome.
Glands can be repacked with PTFE but not on something that is often used.
Hopefully, nipping up the gland nut will stop the leak from there, if not you're going to need a new tap head because I doubt very much you'll find the exact part for this obscure tap.

 

[Craigfute]

Thanks - just the info I was looking for. I'll tackle it once I can get the handle off!