Art Deco Collectible Keystone Model A-72 and 50 similar items

Vintage Art Deco Collectible Keystone Model A-72 16mm Movie Projector For Display, Parts, Repair Please refer to photos for condition. Selling as is for Use, Display, Parts, Repair. I will do further testing. The Keystone 16mm Projector Model A-72 is a vintage film projector from the 1930s, known for its Art Deco design, durable cast-iron construction and mechanical reliability, often sought after as a collectible or display piece. Briefly tested. No film has been run through. Main projection bulb is working. Pilot light works, both reel arms turn. The carrying case measures 15 x 10 x 10 inches and features protective corner hardware and a central latch. Includes Keystone 16mm Projector Model A-72 Lens Care and Operation Manual 2 Empty Reels Case Sold as-is. The Keystone Model A-72 is a vintage 16mm film projector, known for its adjustable motor speed and portable design. Widely collected and sold among enthusiasts of classic movie projectors. It is a classic piece of equipment used for projecting 16mm movie films. The projector was manufactured in the United States by Keystone and is a sought-after item for collectors or individuals interested in vintage movie projectors. The Keystone Model A-72 was produced around the late 1930s to early 1940s and is a classic 16mm film projector. It features: A motor-powered mechanism to advance 16mm film reels smoothly. Adjustable motor speed to control playback speed. An adjustment knob to set the projector's angle for optimal viewing. Lens designed to enlarge the 16mm film images for projection. A black crinkle finish metal body, common for Keystone projectors of that era. Includes original A-72 projector and a removable lens. Design Build Material: Made of cast iron with a black-painted finish, giving it a sturdy and classic appearance. Style: Reflects the Art Deco aesthetic popular in the early 20th century, making it a collectible display piece as well as a functional device. Dimensions: Compact for its time, accompanied by a metal reel. Functionality Film Format: Designed to project 16mm film, a common format for educational, industrial, and home movies in the early to mid-20th century. Power: Operates on standard AC power. Sold as untested and for display only. Lighting: Equipped with two bulbs?one for projection(Not Working) and another for illuminating the lens area. Some units may be missing one of these bulbs. Historical Significance Patent Date: Possibly 1930?1941. Manufacture Date: Believed to have been produced around 1935 by the Keystone Manufacturing Company in Boston, Massachusetts. Serial Number: Serial number 417058. Keystone Model A?72 movie projector was manufactured sometime between 1930 and 1941, the full production window documented for this model. Serial number (417058) is higher than known earlier examples, which suggests it was produced toward the late 1930s to 1941, when the model was discontinued. Collectability Condition: Signs of wear. Use Today: Popular as a decorative item, film history collectible, or prop for period-themed settings.