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petek
Joined: 16 Feb 2017
Posts: 1
PostPosted: Thu Feb 16, 2017 11:05 pm   Post subject: newby

i like the beauty of this camera i just bought on ebay and am naive on how to just open the camera can you help
Henry
Joined: 09 May 2001
Posts: 1662
PostPosted: Fri Feb 17, 2017 4:01 pm

It would help if we knew exactly which one of the many Graflex/Graphic cameras you refer to!

If it's a Graphic or Speed Graphic, most of them open by depressing a button concealed under the leather/ette covering on top of the camera box. Feel along the top (front side), in about 1/2" from the edge. Keep pushing down until the "front door" springs open. Caution! When you close the camera, make VERY SURE that the front standard (the part that travels in and out) is ALL THE WAY BACK IN THE BOX before you close it. If you don't, you'll bend the rails at the hinge gap, which you definitely do not want to do! (Ask me how I know.)

Since you're evidently unfamiliar with these cameras, don't hesitate to ask here because there are many knowledgeable people on the board who can answer your questions.

Finally, your query would have better been placed in the Speed Graphic forum of the main Help page, where it will attract more viewers.
Chris889
Joined: 13 Jan 2020
Posts: 3
PostPosted: Tue Jan 21, 2020 5:24 pm

I also love the camera. Very nice quality!
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richlong41279
Joined: 07 Oct 2019
Posts: 4
PostPosted: Wed Feb 12, 2020 2:14 pm

Newbie here.
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