"P" = Polished nickel. Note the governor weights, as distinguishing between a polished nickel plated model, and the unplated weights found on the unpolished model.brianu wrote:what does the XP stand for in the model designation?
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Fran
"P" = Polished nickel. Note the governor weights, as distinguishing between a polished nickel plated model, and the unplated weights found on the unpolished model.brianu wrote:what does the XP stand for in the model designation?
so extra polish? just want to make sure I've got the lingo right. my type B is the same, bright reflective nickel plate on everything, including the governor weights.fran604g wrote:"P" = Polished nickel. Note the governor weights, as distinguishing between a polished nickel plated model, and the unplated weights found on the unpolished model.brianu wrote:what does the XP stand for in the model designation?
Best,
Fran
It's been my understanding that all Model Bs were nickel plated, but the polished nickel plated machines were only offered for a very short period.ChuckA wrote:George posted an ad for this model in one of his threads, it's just listed as a Model B, and the ad stated you could get it nickel plated for the extra $$. Same as Edison listing nickel or gold plating for extra $$
The "XP" label is like starting to list nickel or gold plated Edison machines with a new model name.
Chuck
Your correct I forgot to add the "Polished" descriptor.fran604g wrote:It's been my understanding that all Model Bs were nickel plated, but the polished nickel plated machines were only offered for a very short period.ChuckA wrote:George posted an ad for this model in one of his threads, it's just listed as a Model B, and the ad stated you could get it nickel plated for the extra $$. Same as Edison listing nickel or gold plating for extra $$
The "XP" label is like starting to list nickel or gold plated Edison machines with a new model name.
Chuck
Am I wrong?
Best,
Fran
I was also surprised that it did not go higher. I didn’t think that I had a chance. It will be treasured and thank you for making it available.Raphael wrote:Thanks to all of you for the nice comments. I was surprised that it didn’t sell for more, of the four that are in my collection, this was the nicest. I’m glad it went to a Forum member,
Raphael
Django wrote:I was also surprised that it did not go higher. I didn’t think that I had a chance. It will be treasured and thank you for making it available.Raphael wrote:Thanks to all of you for the nice comments. I was surprised that it didn’t sell for more, of the four that are in my collection, this was the nicest. I’m glad it went to a Forum member,
Raphael
George will verify but I’m pretty certain this one is in the database already. It is indeed a beauty and not easy to find, especially in this condition. You can see mine in my avatar. I love these little machines. I have been lucky since I have owned 4 and recently found yet another. But, it has some explaining to do since it doesn’t fit into the known parameters. I wil get some pics and start a new thread about it soon.Django wrote:If you don't mind, please post the serial number. I think that George Paul is keeping a database on these machines.