{"product_id":"vintage-king-eightstar-movie-editor-white-grey-untested","title":"King Eightstar 8mm Film Editor \/ Viewer - 6V 10W Lamp - Made in Japan - 1960s Vintage - With Original Box - Pre-Owned","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsed \/ Pre-owned — completely untested. Condition as shown in images. Please refer to all photos carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA pre-owned \u003cstrong\u003eKing Eightstar 8mm film editor and viewer\u003c\/strong\u003e, made in Japan, dating from the 1960s. A classic A-frame \/ easel-style 8mm film editor with a manual advance crank, backlit viewing screen, film transport sprockets, focus frame control, and a built-in film cutting ruler — all the essentials for editing and splicing Standard 8mm or Double 8 home movie film. Comes with its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal King card box\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rare bonus for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem details (photo-verified):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e King\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eightstar (Editor Eightstar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8mm film editor \/ viewer (Standard 8 \/ Double 8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19627\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLamp specification:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6V – 10W (primary voltage: 240V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream \/ off-white metal side panels with brushed silver-grey ribbed central panel; dark grey\/slate blue plastic components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1960s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unit + original King “editor eightstar” card box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures (photo-verified):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacklit frosted glass viewing screen — upper A-frame section — for frame-by-frame film viewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual advance crank handle — black rubber-tipped, right side — for advancing film frame by frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo chrome film transport sprocket \/ roller wheels — front panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilm gate \/ lens assembly — dark grey ribbed housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“FOCUS FRAME” dial — lower front panel — for focusing the viewed frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilm cutting \/ splicing ruler — metric scale along the bottom edge of the front panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKing crown enamel badge — red, right side panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMains powered — 240V primary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition (photo-verified — please read carefully):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed \/ pre-owned — completely untested — functionality unknown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral age-related yellowing \/ patina to the cream panels — consistent with 60+ years of age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight surface marks and minor soiling consistent with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll mechanical components (sprockets, crank handle, focus dial) appear present and intact in photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant — mains power cable: the cable end has no plug attached — bare wires are visible in photos. A new plug will need to be fitted by a competent person before any attempt to power the unit. Do not attempt to use without a correctly fitted plug.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal box: present but well-worn — creasing, edge wear, surface soiling, and partial label peeling consistent with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition as shown in images\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage 8mm film editing and splicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue \/ home movie film enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay or prop use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration project\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1960s retro home decor or photography studio display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Recovered Riches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54751043715411,"sku":"shelf 356","price":4.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1054\/5692\/7059\/files\/8edd0c7b-2253-4192-ac9c-40bc19115373.jpg?v=1787841291","url":"https:\/\/recoveredriches.co.uk\/products\/vintage-king-eightstar-movie-editor-white-grey-untested","provider":"Recovered Riches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}