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Hello everyone, I just purchased an Edison Home Phonograph today in Metamora, Indiana, and I was wondering if anyone could potentially help me identify when my new machine was manufactured? Its serial number is (H)131624, it has a Model C reproducer, there's no switch between 2 and 4 minutes, so I know it has to be from before 1908, and after 1903 (from the patent date). If anyone could help me with this, that would be much appreciated, thank you, and I hope y'all have a great evening!
Regards,
Carter

Which model Home is it? I have a model A, SN 120840, which dates to about late 1904.

- Bill

I don't have manufacturing data, but according to original Edison sales records, Home #131624 left the factory in April 1905. That makes it a Model A.

An article (including a dating chart) covering all models of the Edison Home (A-F) appeared in the June 2024 issue of the Antique Phonograph Society magazine. I encourage all serious collectors to join:

https://www.antiquephono.org/#/

George P.

Thank you for the information! I meant to ask when it left the factory and not the manufacture date, I really appreciate it! I will reply with pictures of my machine later today or this week. Thank you again!