Lancaster Patent See-Saw Shutter

Lancaster Patent See-Saw Shutter

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Before lens shutter for 38mm screw lens mount, two sliding plates semi-circular ends, operated by pneumatic release valve with time stops. Lancaster, c.1890.

Details

Category:
Photographic Technology
Collection:
Kodak Collection
Object Number:
1990-5036/1244
Materials:
brass (copper, zinc alloy)
Measurements:
overall: 70 mm x 165 mm x 15 mm,
type:
shutter
credit:
The Kodak Collection at the National Media Museum, Bradford