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As usual you guys have nice quality items for sale. Good Luck Bruce

Sad to hear this news. Allen was helpful to me when I first entered the hobby back in the early 1980s. I also purchased a number of his reprints of Victor publications.

We were saddened to learn that Allen Seymour Koenigsberg, age 83 has passed away at his home in Brooklyn New York on June 26,2025. Allen began collecting phonographs in 1966 with a special interest in the historical aspects of inventors and nuances of various machines. With this background and his interest in phonographs, he started publishing a periodical for collectors titled Antique Phonograph Monthly in January 1973 (Vol. I, No. 1) and his last (Vol. VIII, No. 4) December 1986. Allen’s articles were stimulating and creative. Collectors couldn’t wait for the issues to arrive at the doorsteps. The subjects were often unique and thought provoking. Allen’s complete volumes of Antique Phonograph Monthly can be found on the APS website under member resources and by doing a library search. Take time and read his articles. His research and writings are an educational experience. We send our sympathy to the family and thank them for sharing Allen’s knowledge with the phonograph collecting community. Robin & Joan

The needle cup holders are spoken for.

Nice machines. Good luck. I sure wish I could attend, but it’s just a bit too far away for me. Have fun at the show!!!

Bringing several machines to the show: An exceptionally nice and well equipped Edison Triumph Model B, with 2/4 Min. conversion, a shaver, and “D” repeater attachment. This machine is exceptionally clean, in excellent mechanical condition. The cover even has its original shipping blocks. It is sold with an original crane and beautiful red flowered horn. Price $1450.00 Also, a Victor Junior with a hard to find red petal horn. The machine is in good condition and runs well. The original reproducer is in very good condition and plays well. The underside of the cabinet has its original patent label dated February 1, 1908, along with a label showing motor lubrication points. Price $1200.00 Also bringing another Victor Junior with a repainted black cone horn. The machine is clean and runs well with an excellent reproducer. Price $675.00 Hope to see you there! Robin & Joan

Thank you Jerry. Actually what the problem was, has to due with the weights on the governor. I had contacted, George Valloma about a new governor and he told me to just readjust the weights by the set screw.

As long as there is still enough felt to make contact with the governor friction plate, while not allowing the any of the brass yoke to rub on the friction plate, you most likely have enough felt. Frankly, I've never heard of anyone having to replace the felt, but then I have certainly not "heard it all"... Oiling the old felt is definitely good advice.

I have a bunch of needle cup holders available for free. Just cover shipping cost.

This is a very interesting and historic recording from 1925 (100 years ago as of this posting). It was the first electrical commercial recording created by the Victor Talking Machine Company. However, it was not the first electric record released. While recorded some weeks after the Miniature Concert record, Victor 19626 was released first.

All the tone arms are gone.

Had a friend suggest that I just put a drop of oil on the old felt.

I didn’t know it was fast? Trying to get the speed just right is frustrating

Is that the correct playback speed? It sounds too fast. Scott Joplin said, “Never play ragtime fast.” The sound quality “speaks” for itself.

I have available a nice table top VV-XI case. If you have one of these rare models with a bad case, here is a chance to upgrade yours. It is too nice for me to scrap. Asking $30 plus actual shipping cost. All the feet are present. One is loose.

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Interested in taking these off your hands. I am in the 53913 zip code. Please let me know barnettmba@yahoo.com

I have a large quantity of tone arms that need a new home. Just cover the cost of shipping. My zipcode is 54467 if you want to get a shipping estimate. Or it you are in the Central Wisconsin area, just stop in and pick them up. I don't plan on identifying what they might fit. You must take them all. Some have reproducers on them.

Complete and working examples appear to sell for between $300 & $400 on eBay. The finish on yours is a bit rough and the leather carrying handle appears to be missing. I would guess that yours might sell for between $200 & $300, if it works. But... just a guess 😉 List it as a "Thorens Excelda Portable Phonograph".

eBay would be your best bet. Start the bid at something like $50 and hope for the best.

Does anyone know of a good place to try to sell this?

What's the branding for the dusters Ken?

Very nice idea!