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Wed, Feb 25, 2026 10:00AM EST
Lot 80

Paillard Bolex H16 Reflex 16mm Camera

Estimate: $200 - $400

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$200,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000

Paillard Bolex H16 Reflex 16mm Camera, 20th Century
Swiss leather covered 16 millimeter movie camera with two lenses.

H: 9 1/2 W: 5 D: 9 1/2 in.

Condition

Leather case separation in two places, hinge rust and general grime and wear commensurate with use. Handle frayed. Cork added to base post production.

Overall Dimensions
Width: 5.00

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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum.