Kodascope Universal Splicer kit

A photo of a splicer which sits on top of its box that reads "Rodascope Universal Splicer". On top of the box is a small kit with three bottles.

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Title:

Kodascope Universal Splicer kit

NFSA ID

571079

Year

1935

Summary

In 1923, 16mm film was first introduced. Ten years later, standard 8mm film was launched as a less expensive option. This rudimentary kit allows you to splice both formats using the Kodak splicer and film cement – a special glue that bonds overlapping film strips together.

CREDITS

Donated by

Robert French

Manufactured by

Eastman Kodak

1930s

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