Camera Craftsman - July/August 1967

This July-August 1967 issue of Camera Craftsman delivers comprehensive content for photo repair technicians. The featured article « There's Service — And Service » (Part 1), written by Samuel L Love, addresses crucial concerns regarding ongoing education and technical information access for independent camera repair mechanics. The author analyzes the disparity between large automotive service networks and small independent repair shops, emphasizing the critical importance of service manuals and manufacturer technical data.

The magazine announces the repAIRcades—professional training seminars scheduled in multiple U.S. cities (Seattle, Washington, San Francisco) during July and August. These sessions, organized by major industry associations including HONEYWELL, BRAUN-NIZO, GAF ANSCO, and the National Camera Repair School, provide repairmen with invaluable opportunities to exchange experiences and collectively address shared challenges.

The issue features comprehensive reports from the inaugural repAIRcades held in Springfield (Illinois), Milwaukee (Wisconsin), Norfolk (Virginia), and Louisville (Kentucky), documenting facility tours and industrial installations. A newly announced employment program leverages these seminars as recruitment platforms for camera repair positions.

The product section highlights essential tools: a complete metric tap and die set for camera craftsmen, and a comprehensive 29-piece miniature tool kit. Regular columns cover Service Notes, Help Wanted listings, and articles exploring professional opportunities within photography and repair industries.