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I have a restored Victor MS with a Speartip Wood Horn available. The Victor MS is Serial No. 13091. Here are some highlights:

• The machine is all original, no reproduction parts
  The case has been completely refinished to match the horn color
  The speartip horn is all original including the finish and the decal
  Some minor repairs to the horn which are not readily or easily noticed
  The turntable felt has been replaced
  The reproducer is correct for the machine with the early round hole needle bar
  The reproducer has been rebuilt with new gaskets, diaphragm, and rear flange
  The motor has been serviced and runs great...typical gear noise from these early Victor motors
  The back bracket is original finish and original pin striping. Both the paint and the pin striping have been professionally touched up
  Excellent nickel plating on tone arm, elbow, crank, and controls
  The elbow has a couple of minor dents on the back...typical of Victors, why?...I don't know
  The bottom board was missing and thus has been replaced. But appears close to an original with aged wood. No paper decal

Overall, this is a very nice example. All of the restoration was done by myself. The motor is strong and plays beautifully.

Attached are a couple of photos. Please contact me for more photos if seriously interested. I have a dozen or more showing all the details.

Reasonably priced at $2,950 plus approximately $175-$225 for specially built packing and FedEx Ground Shipping depending on how far away you live from CA.

OR....I can deliver the machine and horn to you (or one of your phono friends) at the Midwest Music EXPO on June 11th and 12th at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Schaumburg, IL .

Please send PM with interest or inquiry. First to tell me it's sold gets it. No holds or reservations. If you buy it and don't like it, I'll refund the $2,950. But, you will have to pay for return shipping.

Thanks
Mark

Very nice!!!!! You don't see these in such great condition. Good luck with your sale.