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GavinM wrote: Mon Dec 16, 2024 10:48 am That's a lovely little machine, Steve, well done! I don't own a hornless machine but I don't dislike them and I can't really understand why they're not popular anymore.

Thanks, Gavin. I'm not so sure these were ever really popular with collectors as I believe they're partly dismissed for not being exciting enough without an external horn whilst lacking the convenience of a table model (with lid). They kind of fall through the net although most collectors in fairness don't bother with the larger, heavier table models either.

Steve wrote: Sat Dec 14, 2024 10:27 am I collected this HMV Style No. 3 Hornless yesterday after winning at auction....

Beautiful machine, Steve, and in great condition! The winder should not be difficult to find, although it may cost you more than you paid for the machine ...

For some reason, most collectors tend to concentrate on external horn machines and on portables, ignoring table tops and cabinets.