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Re: CAN ANYONE GIVE ME AN IDEA IF THIS IS A GOOD DEAL?
Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 6:40 am
by Phonotom
I am waiting on some more pictures ( top of machine and back ) as suggested by a fellow collector. The buyer is willing to meet me half way. About a 2 hour drive for me then. Thanks for all your help and opinions. Tom
Re: CAN ANYONE GIVE ME AN IDEA IF THIS IS A GOOD DEAL?
Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 8:22 am
by Zwebie
Looks like original finish, but be aware it looks like someone tried to hack-saw the lid lock.
Bob S.
Re: CAN ANYONE GIVE ME AN IDEA IF THIS IS A GOOD DEAL?
Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 9:14 am
by Curt A
It's a very nice machine and the oak flaking is wonderful... Don't hesitate, don't place a "bid" - use the "Buy It Now" option before it disappears...
Also, don't let the lid lock be a deterrent - if it's damaged it can be replaced.
Re: CAN ANYONE GIVE ME AN IDEA IF THIS IS A GOOD DEAL?
Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 8:13 pm
by JerryVan
audiophile102 wrote:I can't be sure with out seeing it in person, but it looks like it's been stripped. The oak might have been much darker when it left the factory. If you get a chance to get eyes on it, you might like it so don't let me dissuade you. Pictures can be effected by lighting.
I thought that too, but the finish under the lid, where the original decal remains, matches the rest of the cabinet, and also the insides of the doors, which usually escapes refinishing. I'd say it looks okay.
As to a "good deal", I think it's a very fair price.
Re: CAN ANYONE GIVE ME AN IDEA IF THIS IS A GOOD DEAL?
Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 8:45 pm
by Phonotom
Hi Everyone, Thanks for your opinions and thoughts on the Victrola XVI. I just bought it. They finally posted pictures of the top and back as I requested. I felt that the pics looked good. Tom
Re: CAN ANYONE GIVE ME AN IDEA IF THIS IS A GOOD DEAL?
Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 9:11 pm
by JerryVan
Phonotom wrote:Hi Everyone, Thanks for your opinions and thoughts on the Victrola XVI. I just bought it. They finally posted pictures of the top and back as I requested. I felt that the pics looked good. Tom
Excellent! Hope you enjoy it
Re: CAN ANYONE GIVE ME AN IDEA IF THIS IS A GOOD DEAL?
Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 11:08 pm
by outune
I don't think you will doubt your decision for a minute. Very nice machine and a very fair price. Enjoy it!!
Brad Abell
Re: CAN ANYONE GIVE ME AN IDEA IF THIS IS A GOOD DEAL?
Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2020 8:36 am
by Curt A
Make sure that when you transport it that you remove the motorboard and motor, remove the reproducer and secure the tonearm so it doesn't swing back and forth - along with anything inside, if you intend to lay it on its back...
Re: CAN ANYONE GIVE ME AN IDEA IF THIS IS A GOOD DEAL?
Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2020 6:16 pm
by JerryVan
Curt A wrote:Make sure that when you transport it that you remove the motorboard and motor, remove the reproducer and secure the tonearm so it doesn't swing back and forth - along with anything inside, if you intend to lay it on its back...
And, if you lay it on its back, secure the lid first so it doesn't flop open and rip the lid prop out. Yes, I've done that.... too many times.