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I recently acquired this cylinder recorder, but do not know the manufacturer or the type of device that it would fit. The recorder looks professionally made and the top weight reminds me of the Edison-type studio recorder. The shape of the recorder and stylus bar somewhat resembles Columbia. The nipple at the end does fit a standard size horn. The recorder itself is made of aluminum.

Has anyone seen one of these before or know who made it and what device it belongs to? Any insight would be appreciated.

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Thanks

Scott

I believe it is for a Columbia dictophone from the 20's not much market for them

Thanks Steve. I've never seen one before to even tell.

I second it is a Dictaphone recorder/reproducer.