1950s Arriflex 16 with Original operating instructions

Vintage ARRI Arriflex 16ST 16mm Motion Picture Camera Kit – Complete with Iconic Cine Lenses This listing is for a classic Arriflex 16ST 16mm motion picture film camera, made in West Germany and built like a tank. A true workhorse of the mid-20th century, the 16ST was widely used in film schools, documentaries, and early television productions. This unit comes fully equipped with: Included in this Listing: • Arriflex 16ST camera body (serial no. 8399 – Made in West Germany) • 400 ft film magazine (removable take-up reel shown) • Motor drive with power cable • 3-Lens turret with locking mechanism • Eyepiece and reflex viewfinder system • Original Arriflex manuals (16S/B and 16S/https://offerup.com/redirect/?o=Qi5HUw== models) Lenses Included: 1. Cooke Ivotal 1” f/2 (25mm) • Marked: “Rank Taylor Hobson – Made in England” • Serial: 669578 • Excellent vintage lens known for its cinematic character. 2. Angénieux Lens (France) + Canon Tele Converter 15X 7812 • Lens marked “Lens Made in France” (likely 75mm or longer) • Front-mounted with rare Canon 15X tele converter • Serious reach for wildlife, documentary, or stylized long shots. 3. Schneider-Kreuznach Xenon or similar (Possibly 75mm or 37.5mm – engraved “37.5mm T2 / f/2”) • “Lens made in Germany” • Smooth focus ring with cinema gear teeth Condition: • Camera body shows moderate cosmetic wear consistent with age (some rust on screws, tape on eyepiece housing) • Lenses appear optically intact; glass shows some dust but no major scratches or fungus. Aperture blades move freely. • Motor untested due to lack of compatible power source – being sold as-is. • Viewfinder optics are present but dusty and may need cleaning for optimal clarity. Extras: • Original operating manuals • Focus scale on magazine door • Film loading reels • Rare turret setup with working rotation • Excellent candidate for collector, restoration, or creative film use Camera was gifted to me. Will answer questions to the best of my ability. Original owner was photographer for life and time magazine that also got into making documenters for the film industry.

Condition

Used (normal wear)

Brand

Arriflex 16