Hi everyone, I'm yet another beginner trying out LF photograpy. I just picked up a used F1 yesterday and was able to figure out how to focus, tilt, rise/fall, and the levers for removing lens boards and backs.
However, I could not figure out how to swing or horizontally shift the standards. The little information I could find on the web mentioned a lever that locks down both swing and tilt on the F1 standards. I assume this is the lever in front of the horizontal semi-circular dial. I tried pushing it side to side but it wasn't moving. Rather than risk breaking my new-to-me camera, I thought someone here may know if I'm looking at the correct part and which way to move it. I'd hate to break it on the first day .
Since this is my first post here, I should give a quick intro. I've been reading this site for a few years, I've wanted to try LF photography for awhile. I just recently found a local deal on an F1 and an Omega D6 enlarger, so I jumped at the chance. I'm in Ottawa and will probably be found puttering around the more scenic architecture in the near future.
Now to get a tripod and head...
Jason Rosinski
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