We fully
test each projector offered for sale. We use film that is in good shape,
with sprocket holes that are not worn. Each projector is checked for belt /
drive condition, frame sync, bulb / lamp(s) condition, switching condition,
focus, Sound quality (where applicable), AC safety, excess transport noise
and overall function. Each 8mm film projector is cleaned and lubed where
necessary. Our Movie projectors should be "ready to go" when you receive
on, however film projectors are complicated machines and film can be very
fragile, especially older film (and most of it is "old"). Always check the
sprocket holes in your films for quality. Worn, deformed, torn, stretched
sprocket holes and warped film will cause problems when playing back which
typically manifests itself in shutter glitches, 'chatter' and
other noise. The problems may
only last a frame or can last seconds or indefinitely if the film is in
really bad shape. (Probably 70-80% of our test films have sprocket hole
issues.) Also double check the loading and always go slow and load
carefully, as that is when most problems happen. Along
with that point, films should be used with 'leaders' installed. They
will load better / easier and there's less risk of film being damaged,
as most film damage happens during the loading process.
While our projectors are
warranted for their basic function, we cannot guarantee that you will always
get glitch free viewing and that films will not break and be "eaten",
especially during the loading process. It doesn't happen often, in fact
rarely, but we all remember watching school films and the teacher having to
stop and splice, rewind or further adjust the film and projector to
continue.
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Regular-Standard 8mm /
SUPER-8mm Take-up Reels
with Regular-8 Hub adaptors for sale
We just found a source for some German made Plastic,
Super-8mm take-up reels with Regular-8mm hub adaptors. These reels will fit any 8mm projector
as they can be used without the hub adaptor for Super 8 film projectors and
with the hub adaptor for Regular-Standard 8mm film projectors. The
reels are new and will have no warping like about 50% of the older,
vintage reels still in existence. They also feature "film
grabbing" so if your projector is 100% auto-load, the reels will load
themselves. Each reel has a capacity of 400' and comes with a case and an
adaptor. NEW
$39.99 ea. shipped
to US States
(other
destinations can be calculated)
2 reels are specially priced at $59.99
shipped to US States
(other
destinations can be calculated)
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NEW ADDITION
11/27/19
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warranty
FULLY SERVICED / REFURBISHED AND READY TO GO
WARDS DUAL - SUPER / REGULAR
8mm
SILENT
FILM
PROJECTOR
WARDS MODEL 877 / DUO-8 (aka Keystone 85)
#...7296
WITH ZOOM
LENS
&
VARIABLE SPEED!
GREAT FOR
INDIVIDUALS TO DO THEIR OWN FILM TRANSFERS
MADE IN
USA
SOLD
6/20/20
SHIPPING TO JAN IN CALIFORNIA
ü
Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this unit.
ü We
have completely and extensively gone through the
transport mechanicals and electrics of this projector.
ü Projector
was disassembled internally for restoration including the drive motor
for re-lubing.
ü Drive
Motor
completely disassembled, had it's commutator gaps cleaned, and plates burnished,
bushings cleaned and re-lubed
ü Supply
and 'Take-Up' spindle mechanisms disassembled, cleaned and re-lubed.
ü Main
drive belt, #231 replaced with new.
ü 'Cracked'
lamp holder / socket replaced with original from another Wards 877 we
had as a donor
ü 'Missing'
lens replaced with original from another Wards 877 we had as a donor
which was then completely disassembled (all elements removed) and
cleaned all element surfaces (NOT an easy task)
ü We
checked out all functions and made any necessary adjustments. There are
no rubber drive tires / wheels to crack, glaze or deteriorate, so no
need to worry about one failing down the road.
ü Utilizes
'worm / pinion gears' to drive reel spindles (much more durable and
trouble-free than rubber). These were cleaned of old, hardened lube and
re-lubed
ü Utilizes
'spring belts' to drive reel spindles (also much more durable and
trouble-free than rubber). These were also removed and soaked in
solvent.
ü Film
gate cleaned as well as entire film track.
ü Speed
control filament windings in great shape and moves
smoothly with no worn / dead spots.
ü We
then checked out all functions and made any necessary adjustments and
extensively tested with both Super 8 and Regular 8mm film. Only issue is
a minor one in that the latch / catch is missing so when the unit is
folded for storage, it doesn't lock shut.
Unit
loads, runs both forward and reverse very smoothly with great precision.
No clunky-ness. The variable speed on this machine has about the most
'range' that we have ever seen. I will go down to a very slow ~ 10fps
and up to very fast ~ 30fps with a lot of 'travel' to allow for more
accurate adjustments when doing film to video transfers.
Freshly
refurbished, Wards 877 Regular / Super-8mm film / cine projector with
variable speed control built-in. Perfectly smooth and very quiet
running. Features Auto-Loading of film, is easy to use and that
works well. Front spindle will accept Regular or Super-8 reels.
Wards 877 / Keystone 85
Features:
-
Dual-8 meaning; Regular and Super 8mm silent
film formats
- Variable Speed capability for "flicker-free" film to video transfers
- F/ 20-32mm Zoom Lens rated f / 1:1.5, Japan Made!
- 8V / 50 Watt projection lamp
- Reverse Projection
- Pause / Still Projection
function
- Forward or Reverse operation with or without the lamp
- Automatic film loading and take-up reel threading
- Frame center adjust (Framer Knob)
- Up to 400 foot reel capacity
(large reels limit clearance for fingers when loading)
- Quiet and very precision built internally
- Internal 'Pinion' gear drive
- 'Spring' Belt hub drives
- Adjustable front foot
Will play
forwards or backward with or without the lamp. Again, has infinitely
variable film projection speed control to enable "flicker-free" film to
video transfers. Utilizes model KP-GT / CXL / CXR 8 volt, 50 watt
projection lamp. Front adjustment foot allows for 2" of height angle
adjustment.
This unit is ready to use. All metal construction.
Again, the only issue is the missing case latch / catch
(we've had three of these over the past couple decades, and ALL of them
have had the 'latch / catch' broken / missing) so when you pick it up to
move by the top handle, you need to cradle it (otherwise it hinges open)
(a Velcro strap or similar will work to keep it closed). Looks
decent with a few 'battle scars', nicks and chips
here and there, but nothing too distracting and works
well.
Detachable AC cord is included. As it features
'Variable Speed', it would make a great tool for
anyone wanting to do their own film to video transfers
as it can provide
flicker-free images in both Regular 8mm and Super-8mm formats.
Tech note: "Lens is very sharp all the way to the edges following
it's service"
Best used with film that have good leaders installed (would say that
about all projectors as well).
Comes
with take-up reel and we just ordered and received a
NEW
projection lamp (already installed).
Also includes our standard 30 day limited warranty (excluding lamps /
bulbs).
Includes a copy of the owners / users manual. Measures
12.5" long x 12.5" deep x 11.5" tall (when un-folded) and weighs 20 lbs
unpacked. Film in photos not included.
WARDS 877
Cond. 8
SOLD
6/20/20
SHIPPING TO JAN IN CALIFORNIA
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LISTING
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warranty
FULLY SERVICED / REFURBISHED AND READY TO GO
GAF DUAL
8MM MOVIE / FILM PROJECTOR GAF 2688Z DUAL-8 PLAYS STANDARD & SUPER 8mm FILMS WITH ZOOM LENS
GREAT 'BULB ECONOMY' ALSO FEATURES 'STILL LOADED' FAST WIND
#...9135 GREAT
PROJECTOR FOR PREVIEWING FILMS AND SORTING AND
ORDERING THEM PRIOR TO SENDING THEM OFF FOR TRANSFER, OR FOR SIMPLY
WATCHING FILMS MADE IN AMERICA
SOLD 4/27/20
SHIPPING TO CRAIG IN PENNSYLVANIA
ü
Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this
unit.
ü We
have
completely and extensively gone through the
mechanicals of this projector.
ü 'Fast
Wind'
hub tires
reconditioned (these tires can be even just a little bit 'glazed'
and the projector will not function correctly).
ü New
'drive wheel' rubber tires installed (these
tires (which appear to be made of the same material a 'surgical tubing'
originally') are ALWAYS hardened, sometimes to the point of
disintegrating, and must be replaced with better rubber on any
restoration / service).
ü Motor
dismounted and re-lubed
ü 3
Belts replaced (#032, #034 & #230) and the balance inspected /
reconditioned for trouble-free
service.
ü Both
hub mechanisms checked for proper function. All 'idler
pulleys and wheels',
cleaned and re-lubed.
ü Main
drive 'rubber / fabric' belt appears NEW.
ü Lens
completely disassembled, all elements cleaned and correctly re-assembled
(not a particularly easy task btw)
ü Lens
track mechanism cleaned and re-lubed with silicone gel lube
(note, by design, the 'focus' knob has what seems like 'excessive'
play, but that's to allow motion and removal of lens.)
ü 'Shuttle'
mechanism and associated cam cleaned and re-lubed, as well as the
eccentric framer mechanism.
ü Film
gate cleaned as well as film track.
ü Take-Up
reel clutch tension adjusted to not allow film to 'spill' during PB,
but to allow Re-Wind, you'll want to have your left hand ready as a 'reel brake' if you
stop rewinding 'mid-stream'.
ü Main
transport, 'Transmission' critical adjustments made (many issues with
the transport of a GAF 8mm projector can be traced to an 'out of
adjustment' transmission, and 'minute' amounts make the difference in a
projector running errantly, or running correctly).
ü Following
mechanical work, entire unit was cosmetically detailed inside and out.
ü Then
checked out all functions and made any necessary adjustments and
extensively tested with both Super 8 and Regular 8mm film. ____________________________
Freshly refurbished / fully serviced,
GAF 2688Z,
Dual 8mm Film / movie / cine projector.
Following about 4.5 hours of tech time, it's now
Perfectly smooth
and very quiet running. Features Auto-Loading of film, is easy to
use and that works well. Front spindle will accept Regular or Super-8
reels.
GAF 2688Z Features:
- Regular and Super 8mm silent film formats - Zoom Lens
f1.4 / 20-32mm ('soft focus' frame edges) -
30V / 80 Watt, "ELE",
Quartz Halogen projection lamp -
'Fast Wind'
Forward or
Reverse
while film STILL IN FILM
TRACK! This can be a HUGE time saver if you're doing a lot of films.
Allows you to 'rewind' the film if you've gotten partially thru the reel
and either need to 'reject' the film or have "seen enough". Without
this, in order to 'rewind', most projectors require you to continue PLAY
ALL THE WAY THROUGH, then reconnect the film to the front reel in order
to rewind. Or if there's a part you want to 'Fast Forward' to, you can
do that. Most projectors CAN'T. - Forward or Reverse operation
with or without the lamp (saves
unnecessary lamp wear) - Automatic film loading - Frame center adjust - 400 foot reel capacity
- 'Bright Still' Still Frame -
Quiet mechanics (relatively speaking for film
projectors) - Adjustable front foot - Built-In film Trimmer
- 'Room Light' AC outlet (turns on any accessory
lamp when projector is 'off') Will
play forwards or backward with or without the lamp. Utilizes model
ELE / ELT 30 Volt / 80 Watt projection
lamp
which has great 'economy' for two reasons. Firstly it has an average
rated lifespan of 20 hours, vs the typical 4-10 on many other
projector lamps. Secondly, it can typically be found for about a 5th
of the price of most other projector lamps. If you have a
LOT of films to watch / review, over time, combined with the ability on
this projector to run WITHOUT the lamp on, this is a BIG DEAL!!!
Front adjustment foot allows for
~2.5" of height angle adjustment.
Again, following the above mentioned service,
this unit is ready to put to work. Looks great and works well. Comes with take-up reel,
lid / front cover
and TWO EXTRA "ELE" projection lamps / bulbs.
Comes with copy of owners / users manual for
"Wards 811" (same machine built by GAF). Also includes our standard
30 day limited warranty (excluding lamps / bulbs). Operating instructions inside the front cover / lid.
Measures 12.5" long x
7" deep x 11.5" tall (when un-folded) and weighs
~15 lbs unpacked. Film
in photos not included. GAF 2688Z 'DUAL 8mm' FILM PROJECTOR
Cond.
8.5+
SOLD 4/27/20
SHIPPING TO CRAIG IN PENNSYLVANIA
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Notes on 'Reel to
Reel' Film
Projectors:
Auto-Load: While "Auto-Load" can work
successfully, to varying degrees on
different film projectors models, it is a feature that has been known to
'eat films'. The
overall design went through an evolution over the years, but even the best
designs will eat films on occasion. This is usually due to NOT using
'leaders' on your film, poorly trimmed
leaders or film, excessive curling of film (usually associated with smaller reel
diameters), bent / crumpled leader ends. An excessively "curled" film can be
almost impossible to "auto-load". If you have excessive 'curl',
it's best to add a section of 'straighter' leader to assist with loading
(again, always best to use film leaders). Film eating can also be due to
projector maintenance issues and poorly designed transport sprockets.
Also, 'Auto-Load' take-up reels are not a 'fool proof' design either.
Some work better than others. It's usually best to have a selection of
'Non-Auto-Load' take-up reels handy in case you have difficulty with
one.
Projector Chatter: A well maintained and properly adjusted
projector should not "chatter" when projecting GOOD condition
film, with
clean sprocket holes and properly done splices. However, even the best
projectors will chatter when trying to project film with torn, worn, missing
and otherwise imperfect sprocket holes and bad splices.
Fast Wind / Rewind Sluggishness: This can typically be due to
3 issues. 1: Hardened / varnished internal lubes (pretty much a given on any
electro-mechanical device over 10 years old even if it's described as "New
In Box"); 2: Glazed rubber parts, belts and / or tires that no longer have
any "grip" characteristics to turn associated wheels / tires / mechanism
(also pretty much a given on any electro-mechanical device over 10 years old
even if it's described as "New In Box". 3: Weak clutch springs, migrated
lubes on clutch surfaces, burnished felt pads on clutch surfaces
Film breakage: Other than "Auto-Load" / Loading issues, most
film breakage is caused not from the actual film breaking, but from previous
splices breaking. Most any film over 50 feet will contain splices and some
that are shorter will as well. If you are going to be running film through a
projector, you WILL want need to have a splice block and FRESH splice tape
for your format(s) of film handy. You WILL break film. Not much is more
frustrating than to have a broken film in the middle of a project with half
of it residing on the take-up reel and the other half still on the "feed"
reel and no way to repair or make the splice.
Flicker-Free / Flicker-Reduction
(applicable when doing 'film to video' transfers, not when simply
'watching' films): Flicker is usually an
issue when doing film to video transfers. It manifests itself by an image
that varies in degrees of brightness, similar to watching some of the early
1900 silent films. It happens due to the film shutter and the video camera
shutter, being "out of sync". Typically silent film is shot at 18fps (frames per second), and sound film
at 24fps. Video operates at 30fps. "fps" refers to how many times per second
an image is projected or picked up. Even if both were the same fps, they
would not be in sync, without a lot of very sophisticated equipment that is
beyond the scope of most users means. There are a number of "work-arounds"
to reduce or eliminate flicker. The first, and best is to use a 5-bladed
shutter model projector. Some projectors can be retrofitted with a 5-blade
shutter or may have come originally with one. These can be relatively
expensive. The flicker is eliminated by projecting more images than is
necessary for the video camera to pickup, thus there is always a projected
image regardless of whether the video camera shutter is open or closed. The next way is to use a "semi-pro" or professional video camera that has an
"infinitely
variable" speed shutter. As of this writing, the low end of those cost $2000
and can go up to around $5000 before reaching "pro" status. Flicker can be
reduced or eliminated in some cases, by "riding" the camera speed control,
while monitoring the video signal on a monitor (the control needs to be
infinitely variable. Having 2 or 3 different speed choices is not
sufficient). The easiest and typically least expensive way to reduce or sometimes
eliminate flicker is to vary the speed of the projector. Many film
projectors came with a "variable speed" (needs to be an
"infinitely variable" type and not just a choice between 2 or 3 speeds) control from the factory. If not,
some lend themselves to being modified by a qualified technician by having
one added. Another possible way to achieve variable speed on a projector
that doesn't have one is to control it externally, using a device such as a
"vari-AC" (have a qualified technician determine if your projector is a
candidate for use with a vari-AC and know it's limitations and methods for
safe use. If a variable speed projector is used, again simply "ride" the
speed control while monitoring the image on the video monitor, as you would
with a variable speed camera. Flicker cannot always be eliminated, but can
usually be reduced to an undetectable degree.
Lamps / Bulbs: Due to the intensity required to project a
small image from film, through a small hole, only part of each second, some
times distances of 40 feet, projection lamps must be very powerful. This
power comes at the price of short life. Most projector lamps have life spans
of 10-50 hours and are very fragile thus, should be handled carefully. There
are some LED substitutions that have recently available for some
projectors.
Lens 'Flare': Due to the intensity required to project
a small image from film some lens / lamp combinations may have 'Lens Flare'
effect which shows up as an excessively bright spot when using a video
camera. While this would not have likely been an issue when projecting an
image 10-30 feet, onto a screen as projectors were originally designed to
do, it may show up when projecting only a few inches.
Noise: Film projectors are very complicated mechanical things,
with lots of moving and integrated parts. There will always be a degree of
mechanical noise made by any film projector. It will very in degree by
model. Some will be relatively quiet and some will seem quite noisy.
Silent / Sound switch: This is more of an issue with 16mm Film
projectors, but the "Silent / Sound" / "Speed" mechanical switch should
never be manipulated with the projector is not running. To do so in most
cases, will require the projector be partially disassembled to re-seat the
drive belt. Again, this is usually not a problem with 8mm units or units
that make the change electronically.
Sound quality: "Consumer" film in either 8 or 16mm formats had
varying degrees of sound quality. There were many factors that could and can
effect sound quality. One is the accuracy of the camera that shot the film
originally. If it's speed was not correct or constant, that sound will be
imprinted on the film and will play back no better. Sound can vary from
usable to laughable in quality, so don't expect Hi-Fi quality by any stretch
of the imagination.
Still Function: In order to do "Still" image projection the
film must stop. In doing this, most projectors will engage a lamp filter to
reduce the amount of light, thus heat hitting a single frame of film. Also,
since projection principle incorporates rotating "blades" that alternatively
block light, there is no guarantee that when you stop forward motion, you
will be on a blade opening, thus light may be partially or completely
blocked. This will result in a partial or no image. It sometimes takes 2 to
a dozen tries to get the "sync" correct, so you see a complete image.
Further since there is a filter or light block used in "still" mode, the
brightness of the image will be reduced. Note; due to the tremendous amount
of heat produced by most projection lamps, a projector should not be left in
"still" mode for more than a few seconds. Longer may result in warped,
melted or severed film and a mess to clean up in side the projector film
gate.
Zoom Lens: Zoom actuation will vary on different projector
models. Some lenses actually have to be physically pulled or pushed to zoom.
Foot note: Film projectors are very complicated, electro-mechanical
devices. There are many sub-assemblies and systems within each, and all must
be working well together for the unit to function with any accuracy and
dependability and not "eat", damage or destroy your precious films and
movies. The moving parts always rely on lubricants to function properly and
there are commonly a rubber parts / components as well. Most projectors
you see available today, were originally sold from the 1950's through the
early 1980's. Thus at best, a projector is probably at least 25 years old.
Most are 30-50 years old. Interesting things happen to 30+ year old
lubricants and rubber parts. Lubricants actually coagulate ('varnish up' and
act more like 'glue') and will cause
"close tolerance" parts to seize or freeze up rendering them
immobile. Rubber parts can become
brittle and cracked, only to break when the unit is started up. The rubber
can also revert back towards it's natural state and become a gooey tar
depending on the vulcanization process it went thru during it's
manufacture.
Virtually every used projector out there will need and require 4-18 hours of
technician time to be brought to a "usable" state. Simply "turning one on
and getting some things to spin with no smoke coming out" is not a revealing
test, nor a basis for making a decision to purchase. Our typical customer
has previously purchased 3-5 units from individual sellers (typically from
an online auction site), who all stated
such things as, "we turned the unit on and it works fine", or "we ran a reel
of film through it and it worked great", or "never used, still in box"
(those are usually the worst condition and the most difficult to breath life
back into), or my personal favorite, "no way to test, but projector looks
like it should run great!" Needless to say, none of those statements
typically held true. It's not that people are trying to "rip anyone off"
(I'm a believer that YOU are generally the person that allows yourself to
get "ripped off"), it's just that most non-professional sellers of film
projectors, stereo gear, guitars, microphones, keyboards or any other
technically minded items should find other things to try and sell, such as
old doilies and used baby booties. Heck, if I had an electron-microscope, a
race horse, or an F-15 fighter jet, to sell, I would be the last person you
would want to talk to about their "real" condition. All I would be able to
say is, "it looks like an F-15, doesn't have any rust, and the tires are
holding air. It must be ready to fly, right...!???"
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BAUER
S 715 XL 8mm FILM CAMERA FOR PARTS / RESTORE / REPAIR Circa 1978-82 for sale Condition unknown, but plan on it needing repair. We don't have the
correct batteries or power supply to try it. We tried some standard AA
batteries, but they didn't fit very well and the battery compartment has a
worn catch so we gave up on it. Not really our "bag" anyway. Features:
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Lens: Angenieux Macro 1,4 / 6 - 90 mm - Auto / Manual Zoom with 2 Speeds - Split Image Focusing - Macro focusing - Manual / Auto Exposure - Frame rates: 9, 18, 24, 40 + single frame - Shutter degree: 200 - Backlight Control - Fades - Lap dissolve - Interval timer with 1/4-60 second intervals - Remote control socket - Flash contact - Auto / Manual Recording Level Control - 6 X 1.5V batteries + No separate battery for light meter
We have read on the web that this was the top model of Bauer
cameras. Does have the telescopic / rotating shoulder rest built-in. While
the battery compartment door needs a new catch, there is no corrosion
inside. Film cassette compartment clean as well. Not dents or physical
damage that we can see.
As-Is $125.
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NEW
LISTING 12/11/19 (click
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warranty
FULLY SERVICED / REFURBISHED AND READY TO GO
KEYSTONE ZOOM 2500
(aka: CHINON 2500GL, 3000GL & 4000GL)
DUAL 8mm
SUPER / REGULAR
8mm
SILENT FILM
PROJECTOR
W/
VARIABLE SPEED!
'WORK HORSE' BUILT
GREAT FOR FILM TRANSFER BUSINESS OR FOR
INDIVIDUALS TO DO THEIR OWN FILM TRANSFERS
#...8670
MADE IN JAPAN
SOLD 12/16/19
SHIPPING TO GARY IN KANSAS
ü Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this
unit.
ü We
have
completely gone through the
mechanicals of this projector.
ü
Main rubber belt (#233) replaced for trouble-free
service.
ü
'Chain' belt from motor drive to
transmission gears and was cleaned of old grease.
ü
Reel hubs driven by 'spring belt' which was also cleaned.
ü Both
hub mechanisms checked for proper function. All 'internal
gears',
cleaned of old, hardened grease and re-lubed.
ü Lens
track mechanism cleaned and re-lubed with silicone gel lube
ü Film
gate cleaned as well as film track (although this is
part of normal maintenance on ANY projector)
ü Following
mechanical work, entire unit was cosmetically detailed inside and out.
ü
Additionally, the 'spring' belts (one main reel and one 'front /
supply' reel) were cleaned of old lubes and each shortened about
1/2" as they had 'stretched' and would not transfer enough torque
thru the clutches to fully Fast wind in either direction. Now it
will FF through a full 400' reel (the big one) generally without any
'help' from your fingers. When rewinding, it may still require a bit
of 'help' for the last few feet / winds to get all the way through.
ü Working
CXR/CLX/KP-GT 8V / 50W projector lamp installed
ü Then
checked out all functions and made any necessary adjustments and
extensively tested with both Super 8 and Regular 8mm film
in all modes; Forward Play, Reverse Play and fast wind in both
directions with both formats of film as well as testing 'Framer' and
'Loop Former' functions. ____________________________
Freshly refurbished / fully serviced,
Keystone Zoom 2500,
Dual 8mm Film / movie / cine projector.
Following about 3 hours of tech time, it's now
Perfectly smooth
and very quiet running. Cosmetically it's looks near
new.
Front spindle will accept Regular or Super-8
reels (with included adaptor).
Very intelligently designed, Keystone Zoom 2500
Regular / Super-8mm film / cine projector with variable speed
control built-in. Perfectly smooth and very quiet running. Features
Auto-Loading of film, is easy to use and works well.
There's ONLY one rubber belt (from the motor to
the shutter). The other belts are chain (motor thru transmission
gears) and spring (to drive the hubs). Only remaining issue is the
above mentioned Rewind of the last few feet of film needing a bit of
'help'.
Keystone Zoom 2500 Features:
-
Regular and Super 8mm silent film formats
- Variable Speed, DC
motor, capability for "flicker-free" film to video transfers
(wide speed range)
- 20-32mm "Keytar" Zoom Lens rated f / 1.5
- 8V / 50 Watt projection lamp
- Reverse and Still Projection
- Forward or Reverse operation with or without the lamp
(saves on lamp life / $$$)
- Automatic film loading and take-up reel threading
- Frame center adjust
- Touch loop former to stop film chatter
(press ALL the way down for best results)
- 400 foot reel capacity
- Super quiet and very precision built (which is
typical of most 'Japanese' built projectors we've worked on)
Will play forwards or backward with or
without the lamp. Has frame-adjust knob
for fine tuning frame size. Has infinitely variable film projection
speed control to enable "flicker-free" film to video transfers.
Utilizes model CXR/CLX/KP-GT 8 volt, 50
watt projection lamp. Front adjustment foot allows for 2" of height
angle adjustment. Very well built machine. As
stated above have completely serviced and
checked out all functions and made any necessary adjustments and
tested with both Super 8 and Regular 8mm film.
(Tech note's on it's 'work sheet', "internally 'LIKE NEW', except
for old grease". Looks NEW and works great! This unit is ready to go. Uses detachable AC
cord that is included. This projector does not
appear to have been used much if at all. It would make a
great tool for anyone involved in film to video transfer business as
it can provide flicker-free images in both Regular 8mm and Super-8mm
formats. Includes an e-copy / pdf download of a 'Chinon
'aka' model' owners / users manual that is applicable. Comes
with Plastic take-up reel, 'Super-8' hub adapter
and CLX/CXR
projection lamp already installed.
Also includes our standard 30
day limited warranty (excluding lamps / bulbs). Measures 12"
long x 6.5" deep x 8" tall (with film arms folded) and weighs 7 lbs
unpacked. Film in photos not included.
Keystone Zoom 2500
SOLD 12/16/19
SHIPPING TO GARY IN KANSAS
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LISTING 12/4/19 (click
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warranty
FULLY SERVICED / REFURBISHED AND READY TO GO
WARDS
(GAF built) DUAL
8MM MOVIE / FILM PROJECTOR
WARDS 811 (aka; GAF 2688Z)
DUAL-8
PLAYS STANDARD & SUPER 8mm FILMS
WITH ZOOM LENS
GREAT 'BULB ECONOMY'
ALSO FEATURES 'STILL LOADED' FAST WIND
GREAT PROJECTOR FOR PREVIEWING FILMS AND SORTING AND
ORDERING THEM PRIOR TO SENDING THEM OFF FOR TRANSFER, OR FOR SIMPLY
WATCHING FILMS MADE IN AMERICA
SOLD 12/9/19
SHIPPING TO KARL IN ARIZONA
ü Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this
unit.
ü We
have
completely and extensively gone through the
mechanicals of this projector.
ü 'Fast
Wind'
tires
reconditioned (these tires can be even just a little bit 'glazed'
and the projector will not function correctly).
ü New
'hub
'drive wheel / back-tension' rubber tires installed (these
tires (which appear to be made of the same material a 'surgical tubing'
originally') are ALWAYS hardened, sometimes to the point of
disintegrating, and must be replaced with better rubber on any
restoration / service of this style of GAF projector).
ü Motor
dismounted and re-lubed
ü 6
Belts replaced. The main, 'motor to transmission' Cloth & Rubber
belt (replaced with exact OEM and expensive belt), & #032, #034 & #220
belts replaced for trouble-free
service.
ü Both
hub mechanisms checked for proper function. All 'idler
pulleys and wheels',
cleaned and re-lubed.
ü Scuffed
the surface of both hub FF & REW wheels the
chemically 'etched' with 'Re-Nue' solvent for better traction.
ü Lens
completely disassembled, all elements cleaned and correctly re-assembled
(not a particularly easy task btw)
ü Lens
track mechanism cleaned and re-lubed with silicone gel lube
ü 'Shuttle'
mechanism and associated cam cleaned and re-lubed, as well as the
eccentric framer mechanism.
ü Film
gate cleaned as well as film track (although this is
part of normal maintenance on ANY projector)
ü Take-Up
reel clutch tension adjusted to not allow film to 'spill' during PB,
but to allow Re-Wind, you'll sometimes want to have your left hand ready as a 'reel brake' if you
stop rewinding 'mid-stream' (depending on the size of reel and the
amount of film on each reel).
ü Main
transport, 'Transmission' critical adjustments made (many issues with
the transport of a GAF 8mm projector can be traced to an 'out of
adjustment' transmission, and 'minute' amounts make the difference in a
projector running errantly, or running correctly).
ü Cleaned
internal 'angled' mirror
ü Repositioned
'spindle drive' more directly over each tire for more positive transport
function
ü Filed
away some of the fan ducting to allow for better clearance of the blade
on the 'deformed after 40 years' fan shroud
ü Following
mechanical work, entire unit was cosmetically detailed inside and out.
ü New
ELE projector lamp installed
ü Then
checked out all functions and made any necessary adjustments and
extensively tested with both Super 8 and Regular 8mm film. ____________________________
Freshly refurbished / fully serviced,
GAF 2688Z,
Dual 8mm Film / movie / cine projector.
Following about 9.5 hours of tech time, it's now
Perfectly smooth
and very quiet running. Cosmetically it's looks good.
Has some wear to the 'silk screened' letters around some of the
controls, and a few scuffs to the front lid / cover. Also one of the
barbs that store the take-up reel inside the cover is missing.
Features Auto-Loading of film, is easy to
use and that works well. Front spindle will accept Regular or Super-8
reels.
WARDS 811 Features:
- Regular and Super 8mm silent film formats - Zoom Lens
f1.4 / 20-32mm
('soft focus' frame edges) -
30V / 80 Watt, "ELE",
Quartz Halogen projection lamp -
'Fast Wind'
Forward or
Reverse
while film STILL IN FILM
TRACK! This can be a HUGE time saver if you're doing a lot of films.
Allows you to 'rewind' the film if you've gotten partially thru the reel
and either need to 'reject' the film or have "seen enough". Without
this, in order to 'rewind', most projectors require you to continue PLAY
ALL THE WAY THROUGH, then reconnect the film to the front reel in order
to rewind. Or if there's a part you want to 'Fast Forward' to, you can
do that. Most projectors CAN'T. - Forward or Reverse operation
with or without the lamp (saves
unnecessary lamp wear) - Automatic film loading - Frame center adjust - 400 foot reel capacity
- 'Bright Still' Still Frame -
Quiet mechanics (relatively speaking for film
projectors) - Adjustable front foot
&
- VERY USEFUL, Laterally, Leveling foot - Built-In film Trimmer
- 'Room Light' AC outlet (turns on any accessory
lamp when projector is 'off')
-
Retractable AC cord, that sometimes
works (think "sometimes", as in how well 'retractable window shades' work.
Not very well towards the end usually. Will
play forwards or backward with or without the lamp. Utilizes model
ELE / ELT 30 Volt / 80 Watt projection
lamp
which has great 'economy' for two reasons. Firstly it has an average
rated lifespan of 20 hours, vs the typical 4-10 on many other
projector lamps. Secondly, it can typically be found for about a 5th
of the price of most other projector lamps. If you have a
LOT of films to watch / review, over time, combined with the ability on
this projector to run WITHOUT the lamp on, this is a BIG DEAL!!!
Front adjustment foot allows for
~2.5" of height angle adjustment.
Again, following the above mentioned service,
this unit is ready to put to work. Looks great and works well. Comes with take-up reel,
lid / front cover
and TWO EXTRA "ELE" projection lamps / bulbs.
Comes with copy of owners / users manual for
"Wards 811" (same machine built by GAF). Also includes our standard
30 day limited warranty (excluding lamps / bulbs).
Operating instructions inside the front cover / lid. Measures 12.5" long x
7" deep x 11.5" tall (when un-folded) and weighs
~15 lbs unpacked. Film
in photos not included. GAF built, WARDS 811, 'DUAL 8mm' FILM PROJECTOR
Cond.
8.5
SOLD 12/9/19
SHIPPING TO KARL IN ARIZONA
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5/15/18
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warranty
FULLY SERVICED / REFURBISHED AND
READY TO GO DUAL
8mm (SUPER & REGULAR 8mm) SILENT FILM PROJECTOR DeJUR 'ELDORADO' 86Z (GAF BUILT)
#...2096 WITH ZOOM LENS! VARIABLE SPEED!
*GREAT 'BULB ECONOMY'* GREAT FOR FILM TO DVD / COMPUTER TRANSFERS & MEDIA TRANSFER BUSINESS MADE IN
AMERICA
for sale SOLD 6/28/19 SHIPPING TO LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY IN WISCONSIN
ü
Our technician has completely gone through and 'Certified' this
unit.
ü We
have
completely and extensively gone through the
mechanicals of this projector.
ü It
was disassembled internally for restoration including
all the drive
for cleaning and re-lubing
prior to disassembly.
ü 3
Belts replaced; Main
drive belt from motor, The 'serpentine'
hub drive belt, and the cooling fan belt for trouble-free
service.
ü Both
hub mechanisms checked for proper function. All 'idler
pulleys and wheels' removed,
cleaned and re-lubed.
ü Rewind
hub tire
reconditioned.
ü Lens
track mechanism cleaned and re-lubed with silicone gel lube
(note, by design, the 'focus' knob has what seems like 'excessive'
play, but that's to allow motion and removal of lens.)
ü Lens
cleaned front and back as well.
ü 'Shuttle'
mechanism and associated cam cleaned and re-lubed, as well as the
eccentric framer mechanism.
ü Film
gate cleaned as well as film track.
ü Take-Up
reel clutch tension adjusted to not allow film to 'spill' during PB,
but to allow Re-Wind, you'll want to have your left hand ready as a 'reel brake' if you
stop rewinding 'mid-stream'.
ü Variable
speed control knob allows FULL range of
'Rheostat'
ü Following
mechanical work, entire unit was cosmetically detailed inside and out.
ü Then
checked out all functions and made any necessary adjustments and
extensively tested with both Super 8 and Regular 8mm film. ____________________________
Freshly refurbished / fully serviced,
DeJur (GAF) 86Z,
Dual 8mm Film / movie / cine
projector with variable speed control built-in.
Following about 5.5 hours of tech time, it's now
Perfectly smooth
and very quiet running. Features Auto-Loading of film, is easy to
use and that works well. Front spindle will accept Regular or Super-8
reels.
DeJur 86Z Features:
- Regular and Super 8mm silent film formats - Variable Speed capability for "flicker-free" film to video
transfers - DeJur "Chromtar',
20-32mm Zoom Lens rated f 1.5 -
21V / 150 Watt,
'MR16' type, "EJV" projection lamp - Forward or Reverse operation
with or without the lamp (saves
unnecessary lamp wear) - Automatic film loading - Frame center adjust - 400 foot reel capacity - Super quiet and very precision built internally - Adjustable front foot - Built-In film Trimmer
- 'Room Light' AC outlet (turns on any accessory
lamp when projector is 'off') Will
play forwards or backward with or without the lamp. Again, has variable
film projection speed control to enable "flicker-free" film to video
transfers. Utilizes model EJV
21Volt / 50 Watt projection
lamp
which has great 'economy' for two reasons. Firstly it has an average
rated lifespan of 40 hours, vs the typical 4-20 on most other
projector lamps. Secondly, it can typically be found for one half,
to one third the price of most other projector lamps. If you're a
'media transfer business', over time, this is a BIG DEAL!!!
Front adjustment foot allows for
~2.5" of height angle adjustment.
Again, following the above mentioned service,
this unit is ready to put to work. Looks great and works well. It would make a
great tool for anyone involved
in film to video transfer business as it can provide flicker-free images
in both Regular 8mm and Super-8mm formats. Comes with take-up reel,
lid / front cover
and an EXTRA "EJV" projection lamp / bulb. Also includes our standard
30 day limited warranty (excluding lamps / bulbs). Measures 12.5" long x
7" deep x 11.5" tall (when un-folded) and weighs
~15 lbs unpacked. Film
in photos not included. DeJur / GAF 'DUAL 8MM' FILM PROJECTOR
Cond.
8.5
$549. SOLD 6/28/19 SHIPPING TO LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY IN WISCONSIN
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Here's an email request we received recently that parallels
what we actually hear often;
"Hello, We
are looking for a refurbished dual 8 projector. We notice that you have
none in stock but thought if we contacted you we could get on a waiting
list of some sort. We have tried so many ebay products that swear they
work only to have to send it back. My father is looking to watch hours
of super 8 and regular 8 movies. He is becoming frustrated and doesn't
want to lose the movies of his children etc. Please keep us in mind if you have/get any in stock. Thank you,
Christine F."
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