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Just picked up a Edison Standard for $100. Belt is stretched and the on/off lever will not stay off. Is there some sort of friction device that fits under the screw in the middle to stop it from releasing? Thanks

Made a new belt, went to a saddle shop and the owner gave me a yard of leather belt material, once I told him what I needed it for he said no charge, if you ever need more just
drop by. Playing like a champ again.

Now what model Edison do I have? The serial number reads s212494, has a slotted crank with 2-min reproducer. Is this a Model A? Thanks

Bill K

Yes, it's a Model A. The quick giveaway is the exposed speed control.

Thanks. Now I have lots of Model A's - Edison Model A, 2 Standard Model A's, and a 1930 Ford Model A. Bill K

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George P.

52089 wrote:Yes, it's a Model A. The quick giveaway is the exposed speed control.

plus the green oak case

Thanks for the replies really appreciated. Bill K