Would Like to Locate Collector - Ideal No. 2 French Machine

[GeorgeDixon]

Need various parts for this machine and would like to connect
with other owners to identify variances between early models of no. 2, including Bonne Presse variant.

[US PHONO]

My understanding is that Bonne Presse manufactured the Ideal phonograph. If you post a pic of the machine you are referencing, it would make the answer to your question somewhat easier?

[US PHONO]

A few days ago my auction sniper program was blocked by ebay when I bid on this model - which is about the last one I needed to complete the series. I was somewhat annoyed!

The prior model was the same, just with a brass bedplate

[GeorgeDixon]

A few days ago my auction sniper program was blocked by ebay when I bid on this model - which is about the last one I needed to complete the series. I was somewhat annoyed!

The prior model was the same, just with a brass bedplate

This is a Zenith No. 2, which is similar, but earlier than the Ideal (Bonne Presse) No. 2, which has the nickel plated brass bedplate. This is the machine for which I need certain parts (sorry, I was the lucky bidder). I was able to locate some parts, but still am short the crank and concert mandrel among other things.

Its my understanding that the no. 1 is similar to a Columbia B with a Bonne Presse tag, reversible in own carrying case. There are at least a couple versions of No. 2, although the Bonne Presse version has the brass bedplate. No. 3 similar but a bit larger, all nickel plated and has speed control.

[VintageTechnologies]

A few days ago my auction sniper program was blocked by ebay when I bid on this model

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[GeorgeDixon]

Keep looking. Fairly famous machines through connection wit the catholic church..Bonne Presse no 1 marked on lower left of base. Flip top machine. No is like above. Likely three versions. Recognised by high quality brass, bronze, and chrome. May have been distributed by a firm Named Mazo.


US PHONO. What hachines do you have and do you have any spare parts

[GeorgeDixon]

A few days ago my auction sniper program was blocked by ebay when I bid on this model - which is about the last one I needed to complete the series. I was somewhat annoyed!

The prior model was the same, just with a brass bedplate

[BVH]: We have nearly completed our work on this example.
Metal bedplate sent to Jalal Aro of La Phonogalerie in Paris to restore to original.
More photos to follow.

Actively still looking for rare European examples.
Please contact me with details.