Camera Craftsman - May/June 1959

This May-June 1959 issue of Camera Craftsman, volume 5 number 3, serves the professional camera repair and photo technical communities with substantial industry-focused content. The issue features a comprehensive report on the second annual camera repair meeting held in Philadelphia during the MPDFA convention, bringing together manufacturer representatives, repair shop operators, and NCRS students and graduates to discuss industry challenges and opportunities. Key topics include the growing demand for trained repairmen, equipment complexity requiring specialization, and the importance of maintaining local repair services. Additional featured articles cover tuition reimbursement programs for students, a simple collimator design, transistor substitution techniques, and coverage of the world's largest color photograph production. A dedicated section highlights the national recognition achieved by the accreditation agency overseeing the profession. The "Reports from the Craftsmen" section showcases testimonials from practitioners who have successfully applied their NCRS training to establish side businesses or improve existing operations. An extensive book shop section recommends 24 technical references essential for camera repair professionals, ranging from optical principles to service management. The magazine also advertises specialized repair tools including the Circuitracer circuit tester and the Magni-Focuser magnification device.