For Sale: Upscale Victrola Parts/Motor/Lid/etc..
Posted: Wed May 12, 2010 7:09 pm
Hello all, I have for sale some excess gold-finished Victrola parts and a few other things that I am not in need of. I figured I'd let you guys have first dibs at anything you wanted first, before I put them all on eBay, or some other site. I have the following: 
Most all of it is in very presentable shape. The only exception that comes to mind are the knobs. They are pretty tarnished, but looking at them, it looks as if it's possible to polish it off. I tried a little corner and it looked shiny again, but, I'll leave the rest up to you. The tone arm is is very presentable shape, the only two flaws with it (other than needing a light polish possibly) is a small spot (you can kind of see in photo #2) where someone installed an Orthophonic reproducer to the arm, and it rubbed that one small spot for years, and removed the finish. Really small spot. Second, there is tape residue around the very tip of the "U" piece where someone installed white tape to make the arm piece bigger to fit the Orthophonic reproducer. Other than that, it's great. I'm guessing the residue can be removed, but I don't want to try, as I don't know how easy the gold finish can be worn off these parts (therefore, why I haven't tried polishing the arm.) The needle cut is no good. The lid is fine, but the cup has cracks running down the side. (Not really a big deal, I don't think. Most of us have cups, but no lids.)
The Orthophonic reproducer (in good shape, but needs total rebuild) is also for sale. The needle bar isn't attached to the aluminum, and I think one of the covers that hold the ball bears in are missing (I'll need to double check.)
I also have a turntable platter that I would be willing to add to the group for an additional fee. The gold finish is in very nice shape, and the felt is good too (clean, but one record has sat on it for a long time, so the 10" section is nice and green, where the 12" exposed area is faded somewhat.
There is a 4 spring Victrola motor that needs repair. I may decide to keep this depending, but if it needs mainsprings repaired, it's going up with this lot. PRoblem is, I can insert a crank (one of my own) and turn the motor, and the first barrel turns with the crank, and does not "sit there" until the springs have built up tension and operate the platter. It is complete.
There is also a lid, that goes to a VV-111, and it probably fits other models. Under the lid is very nice, a couple marks near the hinge (likely happened during shipping) and a line across the top where the color has worn off (maybe ¼" wide) I suppose some Howards or similar would mask it nicely.
The nametag also says VV-111.
If you want any specific pictures or additional information, drop a line here, or (best route) email me at [email protected] and I'll get back to you ASAP.
If you want the whole lot (easiest way for me) I'll take $85.00+shipping. It's heavy, (~ 40-some pounds) but if shipped Parcel Post, it shouldn't be bad. Unless you live in California or something. I can do Priority if you really want it. (I think.) If you want individual pieces, PM/e-mail me for individual pricing.
Due to the fact these parts are 90+ years old, they are all being sold as-is. Thank you for your co-operation. I have not been a member here very long, but have no worries. I have sold many items on eBay, and other forums, and have yet to have any issues.
Any questions, feel free to ask.
Thanks!!
[tbody]THIS LOT IS NOW CONSIDERED SOLD. THANK YOU.[/tbody][/size]
Most all of it is in very presentable shape. The only exception that comes to mind are the knobs. They are pretty tarnished, but looking at them, it looks as if it's possible to polish it off. I tried a little corner and it looked shiny again, but, I'll leave the rest up to you. The tone arm is is very presentable shape, the only two flaws with it (other than needing a light polish possibly) is a small spot (you can kind of see in photo #2) where someone installed an Orthophonic reproducer to the arm, and it rubbed that one small spot for years, and removed the finish. Really small spot. Second, there is tape residue around the very tip of the "U" piece where someone installed white tape to make the arm piece bigger to fit the Orthophonic reproducer. Other than that, it's great. I'm guessing the residue can be removed, but I don't want to try, as I don't know how easy the gold finish can be worn off these parts (therefore, why I haven't tried polishing the arm.) The needle cut is no good. The lid is fine, but the cup has cracks running down the side. (Not really a big deal, I don't think. Most of us have cups, but no lids.)The Orthophonic reproducer (in good shape, but needs total rebuild) is also for sale. The needle bar isn't attached to the aluminum, and I think one of the covers that hold the ball bears in are missing (I'll need to double check.)
I also have a turntable platter that I would be willing to add to the group for an additional fee. The gold finish is in very nice shape, and the felt is good too (clean, but one record has sat on it for a long time, so the 10" section is nice and green, where the 12" exposed area is faded somewhat.
There is a 4 spring Victrola motor that needs repair. I may decide to keep this depending, but if it needs mainsprings repaired, it's going up with this lot. PRoblem is, I can insert a crank (one of my own) and turn the motor, and the first barrel turns with the crank, and does not "sit there" until the springs have built up tension and operate the platter. It is complete.
There is also a lid, that goes to a VV-111, and it probably fits other models. Under the lid is very nice, a couple marks near the hinge (likely happened during shipping) and a line across the top where the color has worn off (maybe ¼" wide) I suppose some Howards or similar would mask it nicely.
The nametag also says VV-111.
If you want any specific pictures or additional information, drop a line here, or (best route) email me at [email protected] and I'll get back to you ASAP.
If you want the whole lot (easiest way for me) I'll take $85.00+shipping. It's heavy, (~ 40-some pounds) but if shipped Parcel Post, it shouldn't be bad. Unless you live in California or something. I can do Priority if you really want it. (I think.) If you want individual pieces, PM/e-mail me for individual pricing.
Due to the fact these parts are 90+ years old, they are all being sold as-is. Thank you for your co-operation. I have not been a member here very long, but have no worries. I have sold many items on eBay, and other forums, and have yet to have any issues.
Any questions, feel free to ask.
Thanks!!
[tbody]THIS LOT IS NOW CONSIDERED SOLD. THANK YOU.[/tbody][/size]