Eastman Autographic Kodak Vest Pocket Camera, Vintage/ RARE FIND
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The camera in the image is a Vest Pocket Kodak Autographic, a popular folding camera produced by Eastman Kodak from 1912 to 1926. Here's a bit more information about it:Nickname: The Soldier's Camera, due to its popularity during World War I. Film: It uses 127 film, producing eight 4x6.5cm exposures. Features: The Autographic feature allowed users to write notes or captions directly on the film using a stylus. Design: Compact and lightweight, it truly lived up to its name by fitting in a vest pocket. Variations: Several variations were produced, differing in details like the faceplate, shutter plate, and side panels. Vest pocket Kodaks were made between 1912 and 1926, with the autographic version being introduced in 1915. They proved especially popular with soldiers in the First World War. Kodak even marketed them to soldiers, claiming that it would help soldiers stay close to their families and going on to note that “Tens of thousands of brave lads in the camps and trenches of flawless for everyday use. top-grade materials and excellent craftsmanship ensure long-lasting durability.
