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Lucius1958 wrote:That's quite a stroke of luck!

The expense of restoring or replacing the reproducer, etc., is pretty small potatoes compared with the bargain you have.

Did a crane come with that horn? If not, you'll need one to support it.

Bill

Even after buying a lid (if that's the correct term) for it, I'm still only into it for about $50 so far. I would just like to fix it up to where it looks and sounds good without over restoring it. I intend to keep it and enjoy it! It did not come with a crane for the horn. I'll have to get one at some point.

I'll give you 75.00 for it. Welcome to the form Squire.
Kevan

Your off to a good start if you start with an Edison phonograph.

Don't be afraid to hang the horn by a chain, I'm quite certain people had done just that with their phonographs 110+ years ago. That's exactly how my wife's great grandparents, and later her grandparents, did it with the Home model B, shown in the picture, we now possess.

The rubber connector you will need between the horn and reproducer can be found cheaply on eBay, or better yet, I'm sure you could find one through the Yankee Trader section here.

Fran

fran604g wrote:Don't be afraid to hang the horn by a chain, I'm quite certain people had done just that with their phonographs 110+ years ago. That's exactly how my wife's great grandparents, and later her grandparents, did it with the Home model B, shown in the picture, we now possess.

The rubber connector you will need between the horn and reproducer can be found cheaply on eBay, or better yet, I'm sure you could find one through the Yankee Trader section here.

Fran

I suspect that's what was done with mine. There was a wire loop attached to the eyelet on the horn. Are the cranes usually secured to the cabinet? I don't see any signs that this was ever done to mine.

There were both versions sold; cabinet (screws) mounted and "clamp on" types (generally speaking) among some others that used the lid latches, too.

Cranes and accessories are a study unto themselves. There was an incredible variety of items that were marketed.

Fran

Not to hijack this thread too much, but I thought I'd respond to Peter:

With your generous help, I did reach out to Mr. Sefl a couple of times and got very thoughtful responses. One sticking point that we've got to is that although he says he still has the Model G in question, he can't get to it as it is buried deep in storage. The problem is that one of the conceits of my Project is that all of the machines listed are from from personal observation (either in person or in detailed photos).

While I've accepted some data on "say-so", if there is only one example of a model type, I feel I'd better at least see a photo of the patent plate showing that it really is marked as such. There has been a suspicion that the Model G was often sold from converted stock (ie: Model E). I'm fine with listing those as Model G, but only with documentation showing that it was actually sold as such. Thus far, nothing like that has appeared.

I've had a revision on the article on Standards ready to go for some time, however I've not bugged George P about putting it up partly from the feeling that perhaps Mr. Sefl will finally be able to dig out his model G and we'll be able to show photos of it and describe it properly. While I still hope that is possible, I agree with you, Peter, it is long overdue for a revision. (Note to George: Guess what I'll be emailing you about when you get back home?) This has been on my mind for a while and I thank you for bringing it up.

To Dan:
Wow, great deal. I'd almost guess that somebody had the decimal point in the wrong place. In any case, welcome to the forum! The Standard B is a great first cylinder machine. Enjoy!

- Martin

martinola wrote:To Dan:
Wow, great deal. I'd almost guess that somebody had the decimal point in the wrong place. In any case, welcome to the forum! The Standard B is a great first cylinder machine. Enjoy!

- Martin

It was from that article that I learned it is a Model "B" and still retains its original 2 minute only gearing. Very valuable information, thanks! As far as the guy I bought it from goes, he couldn't possibly have cared less about it. He got it for free and just seemed happy to get it off his counter. I couldn't be happier! I've wanted something like this for a long time and it was practically a gift!

To add to the chorus, welcome to the Forum and congrats on a great bargain.

Clay