Historical information

This camera was known as the Vest Pocket camera the earliest models of which were first manufactured in 1912-1914. The later model which was made from 1915 was very successful, selling 1.75 million units and was used during the First World War. This particular model was manufactured from 1925-1934

Significance

This camera has significance being one of the earliest made which made photography accessible to a much section of the community.

Physical description

.1 Black rectangular camera with rounded ends and white metal fittings. There is a hinged back which when opened reveals a circular section with a folding bed behind.A metal hinged screw is on the left side The other side has a small circular red inset and a movable metal section.
.2 Dark tan leather case, rectangular in shape with rounded edges.It closes with a silver metal clasp. There are two slits in the opposite end possibly for strap.There is a sunburst stamped into both sides of the case and it is stitched with coarse cotton thread.

Inscriptions & markings

.1 On outside of camera " Use Film No A127" Inside hinged Back, " made In USA by Eastman Kodak Co Rochester NY 27323 Vest Pocket Camera Model B
.2 Kodak is stamped in the leather above the fastener.