HMV 130, early version?

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HMV 130, early version?

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I picked up this HMV 130 during the winter, again saving it from a bad future.
It looks different than expected though, we can see the expected square lid, but it has a different base section of the case than expected.
No bracket feet on this machine.
I thought I would upload the photos, some of you have most probably seen this version in the UK, but it is the first time I see one.
It is still not cleaned, and not had its 32 motor serviced, but it will happen soon, this very spring.
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Re: HMV 130, early version?

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Is there an Ivorine ID plaque beneath the removable used needle container? If so, it might help to date the machine.

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I will check during the next weekend, the machine is in the garage where I restore during the summer, 30 km from my house.
It will be interesting to see if the Ivorine ID plaque is present.

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Very nice machine. I used to have one. They do sound good.

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I'd say the feet have been removed. If it really is an early one, it won't have an ivorine plaque, it will have a metal label underneath the turntable.

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An, thanks for your greeting, yes they sound goood, I also have one in my storage locker (due to small space at home).

Roger and Oedipus, thanks also for your input.
This one is an early version, it has a metal label underneath the turntable. And you were (again) correct Oedipus, the feet has been removed, I turned the machine yesterday and checked it. One should never be surprised what people sometimes did to their gramophones. I will still service it and move it on, it will entertain for decades to come, after being serviced, despite not being totally authentic.

Thanks for all help!
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