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Research: BS Graphophone Information Requested

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A discussion on another thread has prompted me to ask owners of BS Graphophones for help. Would you all be kind enough to answer these three questions for me?

1) Is your data plate stamped "BS?"

2) What's the serial number?

3) Does the cabinet have (A) a decal, or does it have (B) a bead routed into the front panel?


You're welcome to answer via PM or here in this thread. Please include your full name if you'd like to be acknowledged in a future published article.

You may also send photos if you wish - I'm always happy to see BS Graphophones! :)

Sincere thanks in advance,
George P.

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1. Yes
2. 161326
3. B, grooved.
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Yes- 510366-decal

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Thank you gentlemen! Those two machines comprise the earliest and the latest of the 8 in my database so far... :)

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Hi George-

Yes-- Stamped "BS"
Ser. # 187201
Decal

Keep us updated on what you learn. :)

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George-

1) Yes
2) 506999
3) Decal

And it's "For Sale"...!!

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1. Yes
2. # 162470
3. (A) Decal

Sidenote: Has Angular coin chute, not the curved type.

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George:

1) Yes
2) 164918
3) Decal
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Wonderful, wonderful...!

Schweg and Colorado - - I can't remember either of your last names. Help an old guy out! :)

Thanks to everyone!

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George!

Keep on collecting data. You have awesome articles!

BS - Yes
Serial Number- 163427
Decal- Yes


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