Lot of vintage retro old cinema magnetic film reels

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This lot consists of several magnetic film reels, stacked as seen in the photo. Each reel has a classic circular shape, made of clear plastic with a central core, and one of them features a characteristic red inner part typical of audio or video magnetic tapes from past decades. The yellow film, partially unrolled, wraps around the reels and spreads out on the wooden surface, accentuating the retro charm of the set.

The reels are placed on two vintage packaging boxes, including a blue cardboard slide box, typical of magnetic tape packaging. A cassette in its original case is also visible, with the inscription "EVERTAPE 800 ft STANDARD PLAY," confirming its professional or amateur use from the 60s to 80s in the fields of sound, radio, or amateur cinema. The dominant colors are clear, vivid red, yellow, and pastel blue.

The presentation of these reels, accompanied by their unrolled tapes and original cases, immediately evokes a vintage aesthetic and the world of old audiovisual equipment. No specific brand is fully legible on the main reel, but the mention "EVERTAPE" on one box reinforces its authenticity from that era. The visible elements show prior use, typical of analog magnetic media used before the digital age.

The visible sides show some signs of wear, particularly on the cardboard boxes and on the yellow film, which has irregular curves and rolls. The plastic reels show a generally clean surface, with no apparent breaks or missing parts on the visible edges. The handwritten inscriptions on the blue box add an extra touch of authenticity, although their content is not clearly legible.

This lot is a fine example of old audiovisual equipment, ideal for decorating a cinema-themed space or for retro design enthusiasts. The set is complete with its visible elements in the photo: reels, magnetic tapes, original boxes, and packaging materials.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible wear on boxes and films. Plastic reels are in good visual condition on the displayed sides. The set shows a patina consistent with its age and previous use.

Did you know? Open reel magnetic tapes were the preferred medium for professional and amateur audio recording from the 1940s to the 1980s, before the advent of compact cassettes and digital media. They were used for music, radio, and amateur and documentary cinema.

AFW Reassurance

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