Best finds of 2021?

[poodling around]

Hello there,
I noticed the date stamped onto your horn and I remembered that I have a horn which has the same date stamped onto it.

The stamp marks are a different size and 'lay-out' and the horn looks different to yours. However, because the 'PAT' date is the same I now assume that mine is a Columbia too maybe ?

I have always also wondered about the type of machine it was originally connected to and now wonder if (like yours) it was a cylinder phonograph ?

August 22, 1905 was the date on which Charles Eichhorn was granted a U.S. patent (No.797,725) for an “Amplifying Horn.” This patent was assigned to the Tea Tray Company, and this date can be found on 14" black & brass horns like yours (standard equipment with most Edison Phonographs until late 1907) as well as larger "morning glory" horns. When Edison began supplying large flower horns with its Phonographs in October 1907, they were manufactured to the specifications of this patent.

George P.

Thank you VERY much for the information. My 'mystery horn' is now no longer a mystery as I now know it is an Edison horn ! Thank you once again.

[phonogfp]

You're very welcome!

George P.

[JohnM]

It was a long time coming but thanks to two forum members my line up of Victor "Cabinets that Match" is complete. James posted the auction in Arkansas and Larry was king enough to pick up and deliver it to me at the Hazelcorn Auction. After a month of elbow grease and some tedious paint spatter (understatement) removal it has taken its place in my collection. It is not perfect but this completes for me the "Cabinets that Match" Vic I thru VI.

Apologies for the image being rotated until enlarged - I have a new computer (windows 11) and it use to be controllable in 7 by rotating and saving but now that doesn't work for me. If it is a setting please PM me. John

The cabinet is great, but that Victor brass horn !

Called a No. 24-B (24”, ‘B’ for ‘Brass’)

[Roaring20s]

It was a long time coming but thanks to two forum members my line up of Victor "Cabinets that Match" is complete. James posted the auction in Arkansas and Larry was king enough to pick up and deliver it to me at the Hazelcorn Auction. After a month of elbow grease and some tedious paint spatter (understatement) removal it has taken its place in my collection. It is not perfect but this completes for me the "Cabinets that Match" Vic I thru VI.
John

I'm happy the lead found you and your line-up is complete.
James.

[JeffR1]

It was a long time coming but thanks to two forum members my line up of Victor "Cabinets that Match" is complete. James posted the auction in Arkansas and Larry was king enough to pick up and deliver it to me at the Hazelcorn Auction. After a month of elbow grease and some tedious paint spatter (understatement) removal it has taken its place in my collection. It is not perfect but this completes for me the "Cabinets that Match" Vic I thru VI.

Apologies for the image being rotated until enlarged - I have a new computer (windows 11) and it use to be controllable in 7 by rotating and saving but now that doesn't work for me. If it is a setting please PM me. John

The cabinet is great, but that Victor brass horn !

Called a No. 24-B (24”, ‘B’ for ‘Brass’)

And I've read, quite rare too, must have been expensive !

[gramophone78]

It was a long time coming but thanks to two forum members my line up of Victor "Cabinets that Match" is complete. James posted the auction in Arkansas and Larry was king enough to pick up and deliver it to me at the Hazelcorn Auction. After a month of elbow grease and some tedious paint spatter (understatement) removal it has taken its place in my collection. It is not perfect but this completes for me the "Cabinets that Match" Vic I thru VI.

Apologies for the image being rotated until enlarged - I have a new computer (windows 11) and it use to be controllable in 7 by rotating and saving but now that doesn't work for me. If it is a setting please PM me. John

John, what a stunning cabinet. Congrats on completing your "cabinet that matches" line up. The 24-b horn has always been my favorite. I should display mine more often.

Your post reminded me that I too found a record cabinet last year.....

[Chilesave]

These are my best finds I have had, even though I dont buy many console models.

Brunswick

Sonora

Sonora

Sonora

C2

C2

C2

[phonogfp]

Those are two beautiful cabinets for the Sonora and Brunswick! Congratulations - -

George P.

[Chilesave]

Thanks! The Brunswick came from the Hazelcorn auction at Donley's I had bought one several years ago and regretted selling it every since. Hoping to keep this one until the Beatles get back together.

[tictalk]

It was a long time coming but thanks to two forum members my line up of Victor "Cabinets that Match" is complete. James posted the auction in Arkansas and Larry was king enough to pick up and deliver it to me at the Hazelcorn Auction. After a month of elbow grease and some tedious paint spatter (understatement) removal it has taken its place in my collection. It is not perfect but this completes for me the "Cabinets that Match" Vic I thru VI.

Apologies for the image being rotated until enlarged - I have a new computer (windows 11) and it use to be controllable in 7 by rotating and saving but now that doesn't work for me. If it is a setting please PM me. John

John, The cabinet cleaned up nicely and is looking great, It is an amazing addition to anyone's collection, I am glad I was able to pick it up for you, at least I had it in my possession for a short time, When I did pick it up and share with the auction director that I was the backup bidder on it they seemed surprised that I would still pick it up for you after losing the bid , but I explained that for the most part phonograph collectors all get along and though we are competitive we are not vindictive. Congratulations Larry