2015 Union Trip - Photos

[Jerry B.]

In many of my early driving trips to Union, I've found some great treasures. The great finds have included an Edison doll, Lambert cylinders, an Edison Concert, a BS coin slot, and other great things. But it's been quite a few years since something terrific. This year was different! Thanks to a tip from a Forum member, we were given a lead on a mahogany Concert (Opera). Stan, Dan, and I decided to buy it together and offer it for sale at Union. Tonight we cleaned it on the tailgate of my truck and it really looks nice. There is a crack in the horn but other than that, it's really quite nice. We have not decided on a price but we will before Friday. Jerry Blais

[melvind]

We had our best find in years as Jerry has already posted. Here are some pictures of us cleaning it up and getting it ready for Union.

[mattrx]

Beer and phonos! Some day I need to fly to Oregon and ride with you guys!

[Phono-Phan]

Congrats!!! I look forward to seeing this at the show.

[gemering]

Jerry,

Thanks for sharing your trip with those of us who can not attend.
Looks like great fun.
Great Opera find!

Gene

[Jerry B.]

I fibbed about the Concert (Opera) being for sale at Union. I couldn't help myself. It's much nicer than the one I have at home. I offered my traveling buddies a quick profit and bought them out. It's mine! All mine! (Anyone need an over restored Opera?) Jerry Blais

[rgordon939]

Hi Jerry. I'm interested in your over restored Opera. Can you send me pictures and asking price when you get a chance? Would look nice to my Amberola III. See you at Union.

Rich Gordon

[Phono-Phan]

Jerry,
You better sleep with one eye open. Stan looks a little envious about the Opera.
Ken

[clarphon]

I'm not envious; just sniffing the Beer. But the Opera does look pretty nice!

stan

[Jerry B.]

I really enjoyed the show today (Friday). So many Forum members stopped in our booth to tell Dan, Stan, and I how much they were enjoying this silly thread. I've especially enjoyed meeting our new younger collectors, Ryan and Nick. They are a great combination of enthusiasm and knowledge. The future of our hobby will be fine with collectors like them.

Jerry Blais