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A Leitz "Minor". There's some info here:
http://www.microscopy-uk.org.uk/mag/art ... Part-2.pdf

If you're using single-edge blades, use the blades intended for shaving, not the industrial ones. Makes a difference!
Bob

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Looking for early model OPMI 1 (Gray lamp housing) operator and service manuals or good scans of same.
Thanks,
Bob

Single-edged razor blades can be purchased for shaving at the pharmacy, and they are considerably sharper than the ones you buy for craft, box cutters, etc.

Couple of quick links:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWELHd-2CYk
https://www.dcu.ie/mechanical_engineeri ... ster.shtml
Hope this helps.
Bob
(And if you decide you don't need it, let me know!)

Often, a jeweler's screwdriver or a straightened paperclip can be used to push the spring finger flush to install the condenser.

The B&L and the Nikon SMZ-2 are both good, but if you are doing a lot of microelectronics and other work on the stage, the rests on the
Nikon may be more comfortable, plus the ability to illuminate from below is a plus.

Scroll down, there's a link to home page.

These are available at Amazon, Allied, Digikey and others.

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Lighter fluid is petroleum ether, known also as ligroin and naphtha, but lighter fluid is the best way to get small quantities.
Bob