Would this machine be worth saving?

morgantheavenger · Post by **morgantheavenger** » Wed Jan 22, 2014 4:30 am

I saw this on eBay looks interesting I always keep my eye open for machines that are odd in chataractics. What do you guys think on this machine is it worth buying and fixing it up or is it just one of those items that are just to much? You tell me your thoughts on this machine. Item number is 231130964564

Steve · Post by **Steve** » Wed Jan 22, 2014 4:39 am

No, to my eyes, it's simply not worth the money or effort. It's been on a while and no one has snapped it up at the Buy it Now Price. That should tell you something.

morgantheavenger · Post by **morgantheavenger** » Wed Jan 22, 2014 4:51 am

Yes I just wanted to see what whay your opinions we're thanks so much.

FloridaClay · Post by **FloridaClay** » Wed Jan 22, 2014 7:48 am

This is the listing under discussion. http://www.ebay.com/itm/231130964564?ru ... 26_rdc%3D1

Considering the the missing reproducer, the chunk out of the corner, etc., and that it is a lower end model, $150 seems high--even though the seller is offering free shipping and wouldn't make much from it. I am guessing that a United branded reproducer might not be all that easy to come by as well.

Clay

estott · Post by **estott** » Wed Jan 22, 2014 9:30 am

A bit pricy- those reproducers were specific to Columbia's client machines and aren't in common supply. also, the records aren't plentiful - they turn up less than the ½ inch hole Standard discs.

If you're interested in it I'd suggest contacting George Vollema to see if he at least has a reproducer.

Phonofreak · Post by **Phonofreak** » Wed Jan 22, 2014 12:41 pm

I've been following that machine. I agree, it is a bit pricey. It needs some help. However, this is a scarce machine. These don't turn up very often. In today's market, a pristine, complete example will go between $200.00 - $250. The reproducer is an unmarked client with the same fitting as a typical Grafonols reproducer. I have several of these types of reproducers all rebuilt. If the seller is willing to take an offer of $100.00 including shipping, go for it. Like the other poster said, United records are also scarce. If you are able to get this machine cheap, I can help you with the reproducer.
Harvey Kravitz

JerryVan · Post by **JerryVan** » Wed Jan 22, 2014 5:00 pm

It's not so bad. The missing corner post would bug me more than the reproducer being gone. Another reproducer could be had easily enough. Will the buyer accept an offer?

Post by **fmblizz** » Wed Jan 22, 2014 7:32 pm

pic's sent to you PM as requested for this machine..

blizz

Would this machine be worth saving?

Would this machine be worth saving?

Re: Would this machine be worth saving?

Re: Would this machine be worth saving?

Re: Would this machine be worth saving?

Re: Would this machine be worth saving?

Re: Would this machine be worth saving?

Re: Would this machine be worth saving?

Re: Would this machine be worth saving?