Kodak Boy Scout (Vest Pocket, olive)

The Boy Scout (Vest Pocket, olive) was a basic, folding 35mm camera produced by Kodak during the Great Depression years of 1929 to 1933. Representing Kodak's effort to make small-format photography accessible to a mass audience, particularly the Boy Scouts for whom it was named, this camera utilized the popular 135 film cartridge. Constructed simply, likely with a bakelite body and metal fittings, it featured a fixed-focus lens and minimal controls, prioritizing ease of use and affordability over technical sophistication. Its compact size, fitting into a vest pocket as the name suggests, made it a practical snapshot camera for everyday users seeking convenience. The olive variant was one color option, likely chosen for its unobtrusive appearance. While functional for its time, it lacked the advanced features or innovative design that characterized more significant photographic instruments.