P.B.O and P.C.O terminology

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P.B.O and P.C.O terminology

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Hi ! I often read the above mentioned abbreviations with reference to HMV gramophones. Will anyone please tell me what do they mean? Thanks
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These not-so-obvious acronyms stand for PA(B)O: Portable version A (or B) in Oak. There is a subsequent PBC: Portable B in Cloth. PCO I don't recognize.
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CarlosV wrote: Sat Apr 13, 2024 4:17 am These not-so-obvious acronyms stand for PA(B)O: Portable version A (or B) in Oak. There is a subsequent PBC: Portable B in Cloth. PCO I don't recognize.
Hi Carlos ! Thank you for educating me.
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