At 06:57 AM 05/07/2001 -0500, you wrote:
>Threading the film leader can be a problem. I always bent a hook on the
>end, insert into the "magic fingers" then used my thumb to run the take-up
>until I knew it was locked in place. IF you don't you might get 40 or 50
>shots on your 24 exposure roll. <GRIN>
Always watch the rewind knob while you are advancing past the film leader.
If the rewind doesn't turn when you advance the film, then you
didn't get those damn' magic fingers threaded properly and you
have to do it again. I nearly always advance until I have about a
wrap and a half around the takeup spool before I shut the camera back.
>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: "Paul" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Sent: Monday, May 07, 2001 3:10 AM
>Subject: I bought an MX
>
>
>A couple of weeks ago I posted a request for tips on what to look for when
>buying an MX. Thank you to all those who offered tips.
>
>I am now the proud owner of a very nice MX with SMC-M 1.4f. It is a lovely
>bit of kit, as soon as I pointed out the camera in the pre-owned section the
>salesman commented - "They don't make them like they used to". I really
>couldn't agree more. It feels so solid and the sound of the shutter is just
>superb. I cannot wait to run a film through it and see if the lens is
>really as good as people say. I will take a look at the next couple of PUG
>themes and see if I can take a picture with the MX for it.
>
>I was wondering if anyone had any tips on actually using the MX as I didn't
>receive an instruction booklet.
>
>Thanks again for the tips and long live Manual.
>
>Paul
>
>
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