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I would love to have this.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/141468326806?_t ... EBIDX%3AIT

NIIIIIICE

That's BIZARRO!

Ronnie, you should get that. This cabinet is rarer than most machines. Several months ago someone posted a Craigslist ad on the forum for a similar cabinet... I believe for a record machine. It was listed for $500, but after many inquiries, I think the seller got $2500. Personally, I think the cabinet is a bargain at $5200, but getting it would be the problem along with some minor restoration problems... How many people do you know that have one???

Curt A wrote:Ronnie, you should get that. This cabinet is rarer than most machines. Several months ago someone posted a Craigslist ad on the forum for a similar cabinet... I believe for a record machine. It was listed for $500, but after many inquiries, I think the seller got $2500. Personally, I think the cabinet is a bargain at $5200, but getting it would be the problem along with some minor restoration problems...

Does anyone have a saved image of the craigslist one? Wondering if it's the same one and it has "doubled in value" since it last sold. (The ebay seller says he's had it for years, so probably not the same cabinet, but you never know.)

How many people do you know that have one???

I know someone who has a couple that are very similar... the guy lives near Chicago.

Here's the one from craigslist. Much different, both are pretty awesome.

Curt A wrote:Ronnie, you should get that. This cabinet is rarer than most machines. Several months ago someone posted a Craigslist ad on the forum for a similar cabinet... I believe for a record machine. It was listed for $500, but after many inquiries, I think the seller got $2500. Personally, I think the cabinet is a bargain at $5200, but getting it would be the problem along with some minor restoration problems... How many people do you know that have one???

It is now mine. And getting free delivery.

Congrats on the cabinet. PM me with your email address. I have this exact cabinet with the original paper mache horn and swinging tone arm. I can send you pictures so you know what parts to look for. I have also made some of the paper mache horns for this cabinet.

Phono-Phan wrote:Congrats on the cabinet. PM me with your email address. I have this exact cabinet with the original paper mache horn and swinging tone arm. I can send you pictures so you know what parts to look for. I have also made some of the paper mache horns for this cabinet.

Thanks

Glad you got it... I would love to see it when it arrives. I've tried to call you several times, but no answer...