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Fireside date?
Posted: Mon Aug 19, 2024 1:01 am
by Garjen127
I know the Edison serial number data ends in 1908, but is there any way to date my new Model A fireside? I'm just really curious the know when it was made/shipped. the serial number is 89162.
Re: Fireside date?
Posted: Mon Aug 19, 2024 6:25 am
by phonogfp
The Model A Fireside was introduced in July 1909. By the time the Model B appeared in October 1912, serial numbering had reached approximately 100,000. Running the numbers puts #89162 at May, 1912, so (allowing for production variables) you'd probably be safe in saying spring/summer 1912 for your example.
George P.
Re: Fireside date?
Posted: Mon Aug 19, 2024 10:41 am
by Garjen127
phonogfp wrote: Mon Aug 19, 2024 6:25 am
The Model A Fireside was introduced in July 1909. By the time the Model B appeared in October 1912, serial numbering had reached approximately 100,000. Running the numbers puts #89162 at May, 1912, so (allowing for production variables) you'd probably be safe in saying spring/summer 1912 for your example.
George P.
Thanks So much!
Re: Fireside date?
Posted: Mon Aug 19, 2024 11:35 am
by phonogfp
You bet!
George P.