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Paillard Bolex G816 Projector with Kern-Paillard Lenses

Name: Paillard Bolex G816 Projector with Kern-Paillard Lenses
Brand: Fil Caravan
SKU: 277900339842
Price: 275.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Dual-format 8mm/16mm film projector · Paillard S.A., Sainte-Croix, Switzerland

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Swiss Paillard Bolex G816 dual-format film projector in cast metal, with fold-down film arms and a Kern-Paillard projection lens fitted. — The Bolex G816 with its pair of Kern-Paillard projection lenses.

Description

A Swiss-made Paillard Bolex G816 dual-format film projector (Variant 2–4), manufactured by Paillard S.A. in Sainte-Croix, Switzerland, serial number 207250. It handles both Standard 8mm and 16mm film, and is built in the manner that made Bolex equipment a standard for educational institutions, film societies, and serious home cinema: cast metal construction and machined components throughout.

Two genuine Kern-Paillard projection lenses are included, a 25mm f/1.6 wide-angle (serial no. 10684), suited to smaller rooms and short throws, and a 50mm f/1.6 standard lens (serial no. 9557) for longer projection distances. Kern optics are independently collectible for their Swiss precision grinding.

Features include variable speed control with forward and reverse, a precision film gate and transport, a built-in ammeter for monitoring lamp current, a ventilated lamp housing with protective cover, and fold-down film arms for compact storage. Marked "Made in Switzerland." The original carrying case and accessories accompany the projector.

Photographs

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Paillard Bolex G816 Projector with Kern-Paillard Lenses, photograph 9

Paillard Bolex G816 Projector with Kern-Paillard Lenses, photograph 10

Paillard Bolex G816 Projector with Kern-Paillard Lenses, photograph 11

Paillard Bolex G816 Projector with Kern-Paillard Lenses, photograph 12

Details

Maker	Paillard S.A., Sainte-Croix, Switzerland
Model	Bolex G816, Variant 2–4
Serial number	207250
Formats	Standard 8mm and 16mm
Lenses	Kern-Paillard 25mm f/1.6 (SN 10684); Kern-Paillard 50mm f/1.6 (SN 9557)
Construction	Cast metal body, machined components
Accessories	Original carrying case and accessories
Reference	eBay item 277900339842

Condition

Sold as found. Mechanically complete with all original components present; cast metal body and control panel show honest age-appropriate wear and patina. Both Kern lenses have clear glass with minimal internal dust; lens barrels show light handling wear. The ammeter cover glass is chipped, though the needle moves and reads. The power cord is missing and neither electrical nor mechanical operation has been tested, offered as-is for parts, restoration, or collection.