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"An HMV Farmers gramophone in wooden case with brass fittings" is how the auctioneers mis-describe this HMV461.
There is a dealer's plaque on the motor board. I wonder whether the name on it is "Farmer's" ?
If you live near enough to collect you might bag a bargain. If you don't, beware the packing charges.

https://www.the-saleroom.com/en-gb/auct ... 231a711fc6

Farmers is the name on the retailers plaque.

It never ceases to amaze me when people describe an HMV gramophone by the retailers name. I've seen 101s and 102s (complete with the most famous trademark in the world in the lid) described with the retailer as the manufacturer. I appreciate that isn't strictly the issue here.

Apart from the lack of gilt no. 4 this looks to be in great condition. Note how clean and unmarked the flat top of the lid is. These are usually scratched and dented.

£110 plus commission