Some advice please- Used Mamiya 645

External Since: Mar 25, 2005 Posts: 1

I just picked up a Mamiya Pro 645 for a song. The box showed up & I had
to move to the garage the odor (mildew musty) was so strong. I plugged
through trashing the packing materials & box, and cleaning the camera.
The viewfinder and mirror were dusty. Overall, the camera looks to be
in good condition (shutter, curtain, body all cleaned up nicely from
what looked like dust) minus the odor, so my question is: should I
worry about mildew damage? Is there any way to get rid of the odor
without killing the camera? It is possible to return the camera within
the next three days, but if it's practical, I'd like to keep it.

Thanks for your help,
MF Newbie- Mark

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MASL

External Since: Mar 25, 2005 Posts: 1

I've occasionally picked up cameras with the same issues. As long as
there's no fungus, mildew, or rust damage, just clean it up as best you
can and let it air out. The odor will dissipate over time. Got a
couple of really smelly Graflexes but after cleaning and general use,
the odor went away (or my nose has become desensitized)