Looking for reliable source and info VV-XIV lid key

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CarloM
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Looking for reliable source and info VV-XIV lid key

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Hello to all. My first post. I'm new to these Victrola wind up players, and will have many questions as I get into my newly acquired VV-XIV. I bought it from the granddaughter of the original purchaser. It's pretty nice, and from what I researched prior to purchase, it appears to have its born-with parts. For now, I'm looking for the correct lid/cabinet key(s). I don't know if the lid key is the same as the door key, but I imagine some here do. With all that said, I appreciate if anyone could help me locate a reliable source, or advise me on any details necessary for me to make an informed purchase. Many thanks, and I look forward learning some stuff here.
I posted a Pic of my new Victrola.
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This page is the standard resource for info on phonograph keys:

https://oldcrank.com/articles/keys/keys.html

BTW, the board does have a good search system...

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Thanks for the info. As for the forum's search, I did try, and came up empty handed. Perhaps I did something wrong, but I'll keep your suggestion in mind next time I ask for help.

Can't open that link, but I'll keep trying.
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Send me a PM. I have keys available for this phonograph.

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Your Victrola VV-XIV uses a standard nickel plated key like the one pictured, it fits both locks.

There are many on eBay every day.

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Thank you, everyone, for the helpful info.
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If you do get a key, try to resist the temptation to leave it locked. If you lock it and misplace the key, it's next to impossible to get it open...
"The phonograph† is not of any commercial value."
Thomas Alva Edison - Comment to his assistant, Samuel Insull.

"No one needs a Victrola XX, a Perfected Graphophone Type G, or whatever you call those noisy things."
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Curt A wrote: Sun Jul 13, 2025 12:38 pm If you do get a key, try to resist the temptation to leave it locked. If you lock it and misplace the key, it's next to impossible to get it open...
Ha ha, we think alike.
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You have a very nice Victrola with a fumed oak finish. Many people think that the finish is either damaged or dirty and often refinish these examples. Yours, however, appears to be in beautiful condition. A nice find!

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JerryVan wrote: Sun Jul 13, 2025 6:57 pm You have a very nice Victrola with a fumed oak finish. Many people think that the finish is either damaged or dirty and often refinish these examples. Yours, however, appears to be in beautiful condition. A nice find!
I appreciate that. Very nice of you to say. I got it from the granddaughter of the original purchaser. It also came with a set of 4 small and 4 large Victrola binders, each filled with records. I like it a lot. Thank you.
Carl

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