Description
Hollywood Chicago 2816 35mm Film Splicer For Parts Repair Cinematography
The Hollywood Chicago 2816 is a benchtop 35mm film splicer designed for joining lengths of 35mm motion picture film. It features a motorized mechanism with a dual-gate film guide, cutting blade assembly, and pressure roller system housed in a two-piece metal body — a cream-painted upper housing and a gray lower splicing drawer. These units are being sold as-is for parts or repair due to various issues and are not tested or guaranteed functional.
Specifications & What's Included
- Brand: Hollywood Chicago
- Model: 2816
- Film format: 35mm motion picture film
- Type: Motorized benchtop film splicer
- Form factor: Benchtop, two-piece housing (upper cover + lower mechanism chassis)
- Splicing gate: Dual-window film guide with brass registration pins
- Internal components: Drive wheel, motor, mechanical linkage arms, pressure roller, cutting blade assembly (all present and visible)
- Top dome cover: Clear acrylic — present but cracked/broken
- Condition: As-is for parts or repair; various issues; not tested
- Multiple units available — the unit received may differ slightly from the one photographed
Applications
The Hollywood Chicago 2816 is a professional-grade 35mm film splicer from the era of photochemical film post-production, when physically cutting and joining film was the standard method of editing motion pictures. Splicers of this type were used in film editing rooms, motion picture laboratories, and projection booths to join shot sequences, perform conforming of A and B rolls, and repair broken film. The 35mm format was the dominant theatrical and broadcast format from the early 20th century through the late 1990s, when digital non-linear editing systems largely replaced optical and physical film editing workflows. Today, machines like this are sought by film archivists, restoration specialists working with legacy 35mm prints, cinematographers preserving film collections, and collectors of vintage filmmaking equipment. Replacement parts, blades, and components from units like this one are useful for maintaining working splicers still in service at film archives and labs.
This Hollywood Chicago 2816 35mm film splicer is being sold as-is for parts or repair. We have multiple units available with various issues; the unit received may differ slightly from the one photographed but will be functionally equivalent in condition. The exterior housing shows significant wear including discoloration, scuffing, and surface grime on the cream-painted body. The clear dome cover on top is cracked and partially broken. The lower metal splicing drawer shows scratches and wear consistent with extended use. The internal mechanism is intact and visible when the housing is removed — the drive wheel, motor, linkage arms, and splicing gate are all present. These units are not tested and are not guaranteed functional. They are sold strictly as-is for parts, repair, or display. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Hollywood Chicago |
Model: |
2816 |
MPN: |
2816 |
Type: |
35mm Film Splicer |
SKU: |
27689 |
Condition: |
As-Is / For Parts or Not Working |
Seller Notes: |
Sold as-is with various issues. No functionality guarantee. |
Film Format: |
35mm |
Application: |
Film Editing, Cinematography, Film Restoration |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Form Factor: |
Benchtop |
Compatible Film Format: |
35mm Motion Picture Film |
Condition Notes: |
Hollywood Chicago 2816 35mm film splicer sold as-is for parts or repair. Multiple units available with various issues. Cracked dome cover, worn exterior, untested. No functionality guarantee. Please view photos and contact us with questions. |
