Rescued from scrap nothing is known about this relic. until recently it has remained unidentified but now it is though to be what remains of a Butchers Empire projector (see 151)
This 9.5mm version were the originals of Specto (Danek) manufacture and became to be probably the most famous of all British non-standard projectors in 8mm and 16mm silent machines. Could also be obtained in dual gauges.
Budget priced projector with a 100watt light output and an F1:3 20mm lens and an 8v.50w.lamp. There is a small lever lever below the gate which enables the auto-load to operate. It has a 600ft. capacity.
Introduced into the UK in 1933 it is thought that this is possibly a model 12. but most likely a model 25. Due to the poor condition of this artefact it is not possible to correctly identify it accurately.
The first 8mm camera on the market as a challenge to the popular 9.5mm. Simple to operate with basic facilities it was designed to use 16mm film stock on a 25ft. spool exposing one side then the other. After processing the film was split and joined…
The first 8mm camera on the market as a challenge to the popular 9.5mm. Simple to operate with basic facilities it was designed to use 16mm film stock on a 25ft. spool exposing one side then the other. After processing the film was split and joined…
An excellent accessory. With this making of any titles, including rolling titles, graphics and matte work was easy and professional. can still be used today with video and digital as an alternative to a computer.