Request for Info on this HMV

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SPOONMAN19
Victor O
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Request for Info on this HMV

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So, unearthed another machine - this one on the backstreets of Old Cairo. And the sound-box looks appropriate / correct. But beyond that I have no idea what model it is etc. And I'm a bit intrigued by the side panels which seem to be of glass? Is it one from Franks vast collection?
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Phono48
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Re: Request for Info on this HMV

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Definitely one of Franks'! Everything about it is wrong, the horn elbow, the motor, the HMV tradeplate, the soundbox, the glass panels etc. etc. Need I go on?

SPOONMAN19
Victor O
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Re: Request for Info on this HMV

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hahaha.
Enough said. Thanks. I had my doubts but when the seller when on and on about it being in his family for generations and how could I even suggest it was from Uncle Frank's workshop etc - I started doubting myself! Do be on standby for more posts like this as I meet more traders in Cairo.
Thanks again!

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