Harvard Talking Machine

[clarphon]

This past week I just purchased a Harvard Talking Machine from a collector nearby. This particular one was the Model No. 4 which sold in 1907 for $17.40 and probably was their nicest disk machine that year. The Harvard was a machine, sold by Sears, which used Columbia parts. This cabinet however seems to be a unique design with craftsman style corner columns. I haven't seen many of these and thought some of you might enjoy some pictures. Stan Stanford, Portland, OR

[fran604g]

That's sweet, Stan. Thanks for sharing photos, I don't get to see many Harvards, and this one is quite special.

Best,
Fran

[Steve Levi]

Great looking phonograph!! Thanks for showing craftsman styling on case. Steve L.

[JohnM]

Very cool and unusual machine! In the world of those of us who collect “Craftsman” furniture, etc., the more inclusive term is ‘Arts & Crafts Style’. ‘Craftsman’ refers specifically to the products produced by Gustav Stickley’s companies, much like ‘Victrola’ refers specifically to a Victor product.

[Curt A]

That's a great machine... congrats.

[Jerry B.]

Very impressive machine. Congratulations!

Jerry B.

[Roaring20s]

I like that style!
A great addition to your collection.

James.

[phonogfp]

Very nice, Stan! It appears to have the same general dimensions as an AH Graphophone with the extended arms and 30" horn. I like it!

Congratulations - -

George P.

[Pathe Logical]

Way to go Stan!

I looked long and hard at one of these at Union years ago, but eventually decided to pass --- one of the few regrets of my 35+ - year collecting journey. We were just $100 apart on the price, and it would have looked so good with my two lesser Harvards...

Congratulations,
Bob

[chrisg]

Beautiful machine, I've never seen a Harvard 4. I have a #1 & #3. ( Now I know the #4 exists )