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So I've narrowed down that the bottom portion of the wooden case is from a different phono. The motor and motor board are correct to each other as there are no additional holes drilled or filled. Basically what I need help with is identifying the motor so I can buy some replacement parts. As I stated before the motor is marked "Pulwel" and "Made in Canada". The speed control is present but the machine does not have a brake. I found a similar picture on the internet of a machine with a horn and bracket like mine. The site claims it is an Edison Bell. (sepia photo). Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks, Bill

billbossus wrote:... I found a similar picture on the internet of a machine with a horn and bracket like mine. The site claims it is an Edison Bell. ...

To be honest, your back bracket bothers me. It looks a little better than the typical crapophone type, but, while I certainly can't claim any special expertise, to my eye, it does not look good enough to be genuine--compare the crisp, sharp casting in the photo to the rather indistinct rendering of decorative detail on yours. Moreover, the horn doesn't seem to be a secure fit as one would expect in the real McCoy. I could be mistaken, but I'd be suspicious.