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Bell and Howell 2709 35 mm motion picture camera circa 1915. Bell and Howell Model 2709 circa 1915 Serial number 1153. 35mm motion picture camera, 4-lens turret with 4 lenses and rack over system 400 ft. and 1000 ft. film magazines. This was the first camera ever to use register pins and features hand-cranking capability or variable speed cine motor. Detachable side mounted viewfinder. Has the matching original Mitchell head and Mitchell wooden tripod legs serial number 1365. Also comes with three original B&H cases and power cable. All in remarkable condition. Special shipping arrangements will apply.
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Bell & Howell 2709 35 mm motion picture camera c. 1915
Estimate $10,000 - $15,000
Jun 18, 2011Shipping, Payment & Auction Policies
Ships from Beverly Hills, CA, United States

DEBBIE REYNOLDS: The Auction
Beverly Hills, CA, USA
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0001: Bell & Howell 2709 35 mm motion picture camera c. 1915
Sold for $30,000•15 Bids
Est. $10,000 - $15,000•Starting Price $10,000
DEBBIE REYNOLDS: The AuctionJun 18, 2011 3:00 PM EDTBuyer's Premium 23%
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Bell and Howell 2709 35 mm motion picture camera circa 1915. Bell and Howell Model 2709 circa 1915 Serial number 1153. 35mm motion picture camera, 4-lens turret with 4 lenses and rack over system 400 ft. and 1000 ft. film magazines. This was the first camera ever to use register pins and features hand-cranking capability or variable speed cine motor. Detachable side mounted viewfinder. Has the matching original Mitchell head and Mitchell wooden tripod legs serial number 1365. Also comes with three original B&H cases and power cable. All in remarkable condition. Special shipping arrangements will apply.
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