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FOUND: Edison Home or Standard Cylinder Phonograph
Posted: Sat Dec 27, 2014 1:00 am
by winsleydale
I am going to be in Orlando until next Friday, and I will be trying to find an Edison cylinder machine while I am down there. I honestly don't expect to have success because I only have about $100 to spend, but if anybody has a workable parts machine in the area, or just knows a few good antique shops to check, any help at all is appreciated. If I don't find one on this trip, I'll still be in the market back home in Michigan.
Re: WANTED: Edison Home or Standard Cylinder Phonograph
Posted: Sat Dec 27, 2014 11:57 am
by Chuck
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Re: FOUND: Edison Home or Standard Cylinder Phonograph
Posted: Sun Dec 28, 2014 11:02 pm
by winsleydale
Check this out! I found it over on Etsy, and the seller has agreed to reserve it until I have all the money.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/214413312/ ... 3537846384
Re: FOUND: Edison Home or Standard Cylinder Phonograph
Posted: Sun Dec 28, 2014 11:14 pm
by De Soto Frank
That appears to be a Standard "C", and if includes everything in the pictures ( horn and reproducer ), that isn't a bad price.
Re: FOUND: Edison Home or Standard Cylinder Phonograph
Posted: Mon Dec 29, 2014 1:52 am
by Jerry B.
It looks like a Standard D gear cover. If so, it would be a very versatile 2&4 minute machine for you. Jerry
Re: FOUND: Edison Home or Standard Cylinder Phonograph
Posted: Mon Dec 29, 2014 1:58 am
by Jerry B.
After reading the sellers description, it's obvious the pot metal bushing is frozen and the reproducer needs work. The decal is missing and the entire lid as well. I'd suggest a bit of patience and something good will come your way. Jerry
Re: FOUND: Edison Home or Standard Cylinder Phonograph
Posted: Mon Dec 29, 2014 2:00 am
by Valecnik
I would agree with JerryB. I think with a little patience something much better can be found for that price.
Re: FOUND: Edison Home or Standard Cylinder Phonograph
Posted: Mon Dec 29, 2014 9:05 am
by Phonolair
Jerry B. wrote:After reading the sellers description, it's obvious the pot metal bushing is frozen and the reproducer needs work. The decal is missing and the entire lid as well. I'd suggest a bit of patience and something good will come your way. Jerry
Agreed, It's a Standard D from the looks and serial number. Although the seller says an original horn, it is not, it's a reproduction.
Best Regards, Larry
Re: FOUND: Edison Home or Standard Cylinder Phonograph
Posted: Mon Dec 29, 2014 9:51 am
by De Soto Frank
TMF is always a good place to come for info...
Larry, Valecnik, and Jerry all caught things that I missed...
I think the lid would be the hardest / most expensive part to find.
A frozen bushing on model C and later machines is not uncommon.
Re: FOUND: Edison Home or Standard Cylinder Phonograph
Posted: Mon Dec 29, 2014 11:51 am
by Jerry B.
Terrific, I hope you have a great time with your new machine. Did you buy the D Standard or something else? Jerry