A lovely little Bakelite camera remanufactured in 1952 by E. Elliott Ltd, England. The V.P. Twin is a compact 127 film camera with a side-mounted viewfinder and a bloomed 'Bolco' lens — a charming and collectible piece of mid-century British camera design.
Condition
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Cosmetic: Good condition with some minor cosmetic marks, nothing major. The Bakelite body is intact.
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Optics: Lens is in acceptable condition.
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Viewfinder: Side-mounted viewfinder present and functional.
Provenance
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Maker: E. Elliott Ltd, England — a British manufacturer known for producing affordable, well-made cameras for the mass market.
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Model: V.P. Twin — 'V.P.' stands for Vest Pocket, reflecting its compact, pocketable design.
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Date: 1952.
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Format: 127 roll film.
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Lens: Bloomed 'Bolco' lens — the blooming [anti-reflective coating] was a notable feature for a camera at this price point.