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Kimberley phonograph
Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2020 10:57 pm
by Anna-marie Berliner
Today I bought a cheap phonograph by a company called Kimberley. It isn't working, it looks like somebody used it for parts. I didn't spend very much on it though so I'm not surprised. Does anybody know anything about the company?
Re: Kimberley phonograph
Posted: Wed Nov 04, 2020 1:05 am
by phonolamplighter
Welcome,
Kimberley Phonograph Supply Co., began making phonographs about July 1918, in New York. By 1919 the company had leased factory space in Perth-Amboy, New Jersey and later incorporated there, changing the company name to Kimberley Phonograph Co. of New Jersey.
They manufactured console and upright models, later production included some combination cabinets for radio/phonograph. The company went into receivership in 1925.
This is a slightly higher end off-brand, mostly due to the quality of the cabinet rather than the mechanics.
Are you planning to restore?
Re: Kimberley phonograph
Posted: Fri Nov 06, 2020 2:56 pm
by Granby
Some great information there! Every off brand has a story!!
Re: Kimberley phonograph
Posted: Sat Nov 07, 2020 2:03 am
by Anna-marie Berliner
Yes, thanks for the info! I'm planning to restore it as best as possible