Paillard D8L Movie camera

Important vintage film stock from the era, including a precision Swiss-made Paillard-Bolex camera, model D8L, marketed in the late 1950s. This collectible specimen stands out for its remarkable state of preservation and maintenance. Technical specifications and mechanical condition: • Case and body: Aluminum alloy frame with original black faux leather coating free of marks or major structural degradations. Chrome-plated parts have retained their original shine. • Internal mechanism: The film loading compartment is perfectly sound, with no rust or residue buildup. The mechanical winding clockwork has been tested: winding is functional and the drive operates smoothly and steadily at all available speeds. Optical configuration (D-Mount): The rotating triple turret is equipped with a homogeneous series of lenses from the Swiss manufacturer Kern-Paillard, highly sought after for their optical qualities: 1. Wide-angle lens: Kern-Paillard Pizar 5.5 mm f/1.9 AR. 2. Standard lens: Kern-Paillard Yvar 13 mm f/1.9 AR. 3. Telephoto lens: Kern-Paillard Yvar 36 mm f/2.8 AR. The glass elements are clear, with no surface scratches or internal fungus growth. Focusing and diaphragm selection rings operate smoothly. Accessories and period documents included: • Ergonomic handle: Official Bolex Paillard removable handle in brushed aluminum and molded Bakelite with integrated trigger. • Documentation: Original user manual in French. The booklet contains period handwriting notes detailing exposure scales for Kodachrome films and black-and-white emulsions. • Consumable: One metal receiving reel signed Canon Japan, loaded with Double 8 mm film. A complete, intact set in perfect working order, ideal for collectors of optical instruments or practitioners of traditional analog cinema.

Estimate:£125.92

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