Dralowid Dralowid Reporter Analogue camera
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Dralowid Reporter portable double‑8 cine camera, tested and working, in very good condition, serial number 06064, from circa 1950–1960, supplied with its original brown leather rigid case.
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Exceptional portable double-eight (8mm) cinematic camera, manufactured in West Germany circa 1953 by the firm Dralowid (Steatit-Magnesia AG, Porz). It is a true unicorn of a collectible, especially hard to locate in this condition.
Technical details and lot status:
Exclusive aesthetics: Its spectacular textured green synthetic leather covering stands out, extremely rare and clean, preserved without wear.
Construction and weight: An imposing piece of German engineering with an approximate weight of 1 kg of solid metal and chrome.
Forensic identity: Chassis with the raised serial number 06064. Equipped with the mythical premium Minox Wetzlar Dralonar 1:2.5 / 12.5 mm optic (Serial No. 5206) with clear lenses.
Functional status: Tested and working perfectly! The motor and the spring-driven winding mechanism (pull via lower belt) run smoothly and synchronously. Not tested with film.
Included accessories: Supplied with its original brown leather rigid case with the original German clasp "TURNYT D.R.G.M.".
A museum-grade lot, ideal for collectors of exotic cameras and enthusiasts of the Minox Wetzlar brand.
Exceptional portable double-eight (8mm) cinematic camera, manufactured in West Germany circa 1953 by the firm Dralowid (Steatit-Magnesia AG, Porz). It is a true unicorn of a collectible, especially hard to locate in this condition.
Technical details and lot status:
Exclusive aesthetics: Its spectacular textured green synthetic leather covering stands out, extremely rare and clean, preserved without wear.
Construction and weight: An imposing piece of German engineering with an approximate weight of 1 kg of solid metal and chrome.
Forensic identity: Chassis with the raised serial number 06064. Equipped with the mythical premium Minox Wetzlar Dralonar 1:2.5 / 12.5 mm optic (Serial No. 5206) with clear lenses.
Functional status: Tested and working perfectly! The motor and the spring-driven winding mechanism (pull via lower belt) run smoothly and synchronously. Not tested with film.
Included accessories: Supplied with its original brown leather rigid case with the original German clasp "TURNYT D.R.G.M.".
A museum-grade lot, ideal for collectors of exotic cameras and enthusiasts of the Minox Wetzlar brand.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Dralowid
Model/type nr
Dralowid Reporter
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
Double8
Serial number
06064
Estimated period
1950-1960
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