Ten Minutes with "Doc" Davis
Date Of Production
1947
Abstract
Short amateur documentary about fountain pen repairs and the process of repairs within a fountain pen 'hospital.' The film begins with a client handing over his pen to the receptionist. From there the pen goes to Robert "Doc" Davis, who performs a nine point check-up on the pen. This is followed by exploded views of various pen models, including the Schaeffer Triumph, Parker 51 and the Eversharp Skyline. Last, the film shows how gold lettering is used on both pens and leather goods. Outtake scenes of the pen hospital and its employees follow the film.
The film was given a three-star review in "Recent Reviews" in the March 1947 issue of Home Movies (p. 182).
The film was also "Movie of the Month" in Home Movies magazine for May of 1947, receiving a feature with a write-up and still images (p. 284, 314-315).
The film was given a three-star review in "Recent Reviews" in the March 1947 issue of Home Movies (p. 182).
The film was also "Movie of the Month" in Home Movies magazine for May of 1947, receiving a feature with a write-up and still images (p. 284, 314-315).
Run Time
15 min 40 sec
Format
16mm
Extent
365 feet
Color
B&W
Sound
Silent
Reel/Tape Number
1/1
Has Been Digitized?
Yes
Language Of Materials
English
Genre
Form
Subject
Related Collections
Related Places
Main Credits
Davis, Robert C. (is filmmaker)
Participants And Performers
Davis, Robert C. (is participant)
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