{"product_id":"bell-howell-autoload-8mm-projector-256ex","title":"Bell \u0026 Howell 256EX Autoload 8mm Film Projector | Vintage | For Parts or Restoration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Used – sold for parts or restoration.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a vintage \u003cstrong\u003eBell \u0026amp; Howell Model 256 EX\u003c\/strong\u003e Autoload 8mm film projector, made in the USA. The motor runs, but the projector is incomplete and is being sold as a restoration or display project rather than a fully working unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown faults and missing parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecover\/lid is missing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo lamp\u003c\/strong\u003e fitted or included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eleft reel arm is missing\u003c\/strong\u003e (right arm is present)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome small loose parts are present inside the lamp compartment (visible in photos)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is present and visible in the photos:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain projector body in black bakelite-style casing with carry handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilm gate and autoload mechanism intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLens assembly present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLamp\/Motor\/Off toggle switch and Framer control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage selector switch (220\/240V — wired for UK use)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal power cable with UK 3-pin plug (aged)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe body shows age-related scuffs, marks, and general patina consistent with a vintage item of this age. Please refer to all photos before purchasing — condition is as shown in the images.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA great candidate for a restoration project, spare parts, or as a display piece for vintage photography and film enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Recovered Riches","offers":[{"title":"Bell and howell","offer_id":54576620339539,"sku":"Shelf 247","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1054\/5692\/7059\/files\/20c36a77-9d4e-47c6-8061-950e393b1f50.jpg?v=1786610853","url":"https:\/\/recoveredriches.co.uk\/products\/bell-howell-autoload-8mm-projector-256ex","provider":"Recovered Riches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}