Victor books

[Tpapp54321]

I recently decided to get a book on Victor victrolas (I already have on that's ok on Edison phonographs) but what book should I get. I have only been collecting for 2 years so I need one that explains a decent amount, also I have heard to get "Look for the dog" but I noticed that there are different ones which one would be best for me?

[alang]

I would start with "Look for the Dog", it gives a nice overview and a decent amount of information and pictures on every model. There is also the "Victor Data Book", which has a lot of detail information, but is not really a replacement but rather complements the other. If you want only one book, then "Look for the Dog" is probably the better choice I think.
Andreas

[JohnM]

You also may find http://www.victor-victrola.com handy when you don't a book with you.

[Tpapp54321]

Is this it?

http://mulhollandpress.com/LookfortheDog.htm

[Retrograde]

Is this it?

http://mulhollandpress.com/LookfortheDog.htm

yes, that is the latest edition. It has more text than the previous editions, but the layout of the dates of production on each model is a little awkward in my opinion. Any edition is well worth getting.

[AZ*]

I agree with Retro.

The newer version has color photos of actual machines. Earlier versions have black and white images taken from original catalogues, etc.

[estott]

The newest version of LOOK FOR THE DOG has the best pictures, but there's different and interesting information in each of the editions.