Rare Indian HMV table top gramophone

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Rare Indian HMV table top gramophone

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I mentioned this in the 130 thread as it is essentially a similar machine but this one has the no. 52 oil bath motor, re-entrant type tone-arm and fittings shared with it's more transportable cousin, the 113.
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Ooer ! Strange transfer for such a machine ? 10 years too early ? or what ?

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Yes, typical Indian mash up. I cant tell if it was ever previously an earlier table grand which got a later retrofit, if that makes sense?

Mind you, the cabinet is definitely 1930's Deco style.

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That is a beautiful design. And the motor looks very Columbia like. Original machines from countries outside of the usual mainstream are so interesting.

Thanks for sharing!
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You're very welcome, Andreas. In fact the HMV 52 is based on the Garrard Super motor which was an earlier oil bath design.

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What a very interesting machine Steve and, mash-up or not, has great appeal, craftsmanship and artistry. As for the motor---what can one say..............superb ! Unique I imagine ?

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Thanks, Graham. I think this is a unique machine made to order and yes, the oil-bath motor is quite special.

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