Camera Craftsman - September/October 1956

This issue of Camera Craftsman, the official publication of the National Camera Repair School, brings together essential guidance and practical innovations for camera repair professionals. The publication spotlights Edgar Muhr of Fruita, Colorado as Student of the Month, recognized for his outstanding work on the Compur Shutter lesson and exceptional quiz performance.

Director Samuel L. Love contributes a forward-thinking editorial examining the evolving demands of camera repair work. He emphasizes how modern photographic equipment simultaneously becomes simpler in construction while growing more complex in design—particularly evident in advanced between-the-lens shutters and the rapidly expanding electronic flash equipment market.

The issue includes detailed practical guidance for building a professional camera repairman's workbench, complete with precise dimensions and material specifications for optimal workspace organization. Chester Bernard's feature encourages students to establish regular study schedules as fall approaches, discussing how cooler weather and changing seasons can reinvigorate productivity after summer slowdowns.

A specialized faculty section addresses the critical skill of properly classifying 35mm and 828 film cameras, explaining how to distinguish between miniatures, single lens reflex cameras, and other camera types. Helpful shop tips cover techniques for demagnetizing tools and retrieving metal chips from hard-to-reach areas. The catalog section features essential equipment including a comprehensive shutter blade assortment, a sturdy camera carrying case, and a precision bench-type drill press designed specifically for camera repair work.