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Do you think this is a real or fake gramophone?
Posted: Tue Jul 02, 2019 7:57 pm
by Thorhallur
Do you think this is a real or fake gramophone?
Re: Do you think this is a real or fake gramophone?
Posted: Tue Jul 02, 2019 10:00 pm
by estott
It does not look newly made. The only point of concern is the oversized crank escutcheon which could be a crude replacement or indicate a motor replacement done a long time ago.
Re: Do you think this is a real or fake gramophone?
Posted: Wed Jul 03, 2019 1:02 am
by tomb
It looks good and not a Crapo phone. The reproducer is iffy. Check to see the marking on the motor or if there is anything on the bottom of the phonograph.. The elbow is original. Is this yours or are you thinking of buying this. ???
Re: Do you think this is a real or fake gramophone?
Posted: Wed Jul 03, 2019 3:23 am
by Steve
The soundbox is British made.
Re: Do you think this is a real or fake gramophone?
Posted: Wed Jul 03, 2019 6:41 pm
by Thorhallur
tomb wrote:It looks good and not a Crapo phone. The reproducer is iffy. Check to see the marking on the motor or if there is anything on the bottom of the phonograph.. The elbow is original. Is this yours or are you thinking of buying this. ???
I'm thinking of buying it, if I get a good enough deal
Re: Do you think this is a real or fake gramophone?
Posted: Thu Jul 04, 2019 1:21 am
by tomb
The rust and pitting on the elbow and arm will take some work to finish up. If it cranks up that is a plus. Does it have a Garrard motor in it.?? The wood work looks good though. If it was reasonable I would buy it so go for it if you want the pleasure of bringing a phonograph back to life. If it comes with a horn that would also be a plus. Parts horns and advice are all available on this forum Tom