Bolex H16 16mm Spring-Wound Cine Camera Body (Non-Reflex) Movie camera

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Paillard-Bolex H16 16mm Spring-Wound Cine Camera Body (Non-Reflex), serial no 10097, in reasonable physical condition with the winding mechanism operating and the drive turning freely when triggered, sold as body only without lens, manufactured in Switzerland between 1900 and 2000, with a C-mount.

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Iconic 16mm cinema camera format Paillard-Bolex H16, made in Switzerland (Sainte-Croix). An absolute classic of mechanical engineering and the history of cinema.

Technical specifications :
Manufacturer : Paillard-Bolex
Model : H16
Format : 16 mm
Country of manufacture : Switzerland
Drive : Hand-wound mechanical (watchmaking movement)
Materials : Metal body with original faux-leather covering

Mechanical and aesthetic condition :
Mechanical : The winding crank works and the drive mechanism runs freely when triggered. The camera has not, however, been tested with film nor checked by a professional repairer.

Aesthetic : Beautiful overall condition. Shows natural patina and light wear consistent with its age and normal use (see carefully the photographs which are an integral part of the description).

Optics / Accessories : Sold without lens / body only

Remarks : Sold as-is as a high-end collectible or technical decoration item.

Iconic 16mm cinema camera format Paillard-Bolex H16, made in Switzerland (Sainte-Croix). An absolute classic of mechanical engineering and the history of cinema.

Technical specifications :
Manufacturer : Paillard-Bolex
Model : H16
Format : 16 mm
Country of manufacture : Switzerland
Drive : Hand-wound mechanical (watchmaking movement)
Materials : Metal body with original faux-leather covering

Mechanical and aesthetic condition :
Mechanical : The winding crank works and the drive mechanism runs freely when triggered. The camera has not, however, been tested with film nor checked by a professional repairer.

Aesthetic : Beautiful overall condition. Shows natural patina and light wear consistent with its age and normal use (see carefully the photographs which are an integral part of the description).

Optics / Accessories : Sold without lens / body only

Remarks : Sold as-is as a high-end collectible or technical decoration item.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Bolex
Model/type nr
H16 16mm Spring-Wound Cine Camera Body (Non-Reflex)
Physical condition
Fair
Functional condition
Not tested
Lens Mount Type
C-mount
Film type
16mm
Serial number
10097
Estimated period
1900-2000
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