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Well, at least we agree on the ugly part. Meanwhile, I searched "Edison phonograph advertising images" and came up with this: https://www.atticpaper.com/proddetail.php?prod=1898-edison-phonograph-ad-old-and-young

That‘s true, but it wasn‘t my question whether it was a decent image for advertising or not.

Here is the process I used to match the original mahogany wood graining finish on and Edison Cygnet bell as the one I have is missing the matching elbow. Before I go any further I would like to thank Greg at Phono Decals and Gary at Shenandoah Antique Restoration. Neither are taking on any more wood graining projects but both were generous enough to provide guidance and advice for my project 1. Started with a damaged beat up cygnet horn elbow 2. Stripped remaining paint, pressed out the dents and sanded smooth 3. Sprayed on a base coat closest to the original undercoat that I could find; Rust-oleum Nutmeg 4. Sprayed on a layer of Shellac (I had to protect the undercoat because the stain I used stripped off the first coat when I applied it to the elbow) 5. Brushed on a thin layer of Mahogany (red colored) wiping stain. I chose this stain because I had it available on my shelf from previous projects. I applied the stain with a $ 1 paint brush and pulled off the stain at the same time leaving a fine gain appearance like mahogany wood. 6. Sprayed another layer of Shellac 7. Brushed on Brown Mahogany wiping stain to give the appearance of darker wood grained areas. 8. Sprayed on Satin Lacquer ( I could have used a semi gloss finish as well but that was way was on my shelf) 9. Applied a layer of Renascence Wax to match the finish of the original bell. Although this process sounds complicated it actually was quite straightforward and the final result is very close to the original. I am sure that is because duplicating Mahogany wood grain is a lot simpler than the artistic skill required to duplicate the faux wood graining for Oak horns. Bruce

Don't know about history (dates, etc.), but that has to be about the ugliest image I've seen; can't imagine it would be effective as a marketing tool. Maybe as a "Before" picture in a denture ad?

Hi, Can anyone here please let me know from when this image used by Edison for advertising dates, perhaps also when it was introduced (if possible with some examples with it on)? Thanks a lot in advance! Helmut

The case is SOLD.

The bracket mounting screws are sold.

I have available a nice Victor front mount E project. Case is $150, Motor is $200, Support Bracket is $125, Wooden Tone Arm is $125, Turntable is $80, Bracket Screws are $30, and the Record Hold Down is $80. The motor runs great. The hold down might be an old reproduction but looks great. I would consider offers for it all at once also. Thanks, Ken Brekke

Thanks Rene, Nate actually notified me of that one a couple days ago. It looks decent enough but I fear the lister having so little feedback. I can only imagine it getting here in splinters. I hope I can find one from one of our community members I can trust to handle the shipping properly.

For what it's worth, there's one on eBay right now, not properly identified: https://www.ebay.com/itm/357960020027 The seller's pictures aren't much help, alas, though the case does appear to be in excellent condition (at least from the front).

I wish I knew more about it. I know that the late Allen Koenigsberg had one. Perhaps it will be auctioned next year with the rest of his collection.

Hiya folks, Looking to buy a nice condition, all original complete AB. Please PM me here or email me fpratt1426 at gmail dot com. It must be in perfect playing condition with all nickel plating bright and shiny. The cabinet and lid must be entirely complete with a nice decal and no crushed or damaged areas, so that it displays nicely. Of course, the mandrel to play Grand cylinders is mandatory. A high-quality reproduction is fine, provided it matches the overall condition of the machine and looks period correct. Packing shall be double boxed as has been described by many of us in the past. The packing needs to be able to withstand Armageddon. With a record is a big plus. Thank you, Fran

That's a great mystery item! It has a very good look to it. I'd like to see Chatwood somehow relate. I think the printing technique is Flexography. It was around during this time period. The way the ink looks to have an outline and pools to the center is a trait for this method. That's all I got. James.

James, Photos added. Like you, I have not found any additional data. I've never had the back opened. It does wind, but does not operate.

Rod, Please show a photo of the back of the clock and a sharp close-up of the Edison logo Have you ever opened it, to identify the movement and its markings? My searches have not found anything of use for "chatwood" plus ... antique clock edison novelty or novelties phonograph or phono music dealer advertising talking machine ... or with smaller businesses that may also carry phonograph jeweler optician chemist druggist James.

I've had this for a number of years but have no information on it's background. I thought I would post it here for comment. It is slightly larger in diameter than a soda can.

Thanks, Dan! What a great way to start off the Christmas season!

Oh, yeah! Thomas "Fats" Waller was a major, major talent! Many thanks for posting this, and Happy Holidays to you and yours!

It’s time to Swing into the holiday season!

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A while ago I got a Victor D with an incorrect Victor E motor Mounted in it. Now I am looking everywhere for one. Thanks, Josh

That´s really interesting! It´s the same machine, the relieve on the sides is identical and the box, the wood... so it´s probably a russian HMV then! I can´t read russian so I don´t know what the seller says about it! In all probability it left the factory exactly like this! Thanks for the link! Here are a couple of pictures of the russian gramophone for posterity!

I have a Victor III project that could use a couple of corner columns. They look to be the three piece style and are 3 7/8" long. I need two but will consider buying a set of four if need be. Thanks, Ken Brekke

Here's another to look at. It has dealer plate from St. Petersburg. This seller does not know what is either. https://www.dvaveka.ru/patefony-i-grammofony/starinnyy-grammofon-s-dekorativnymi-nakladkami-pishushchiy-amur-derevo-rossiya-nach-20-v/ James.

It certainly looks like a (German?) HMV, with the recording angel, but those sculpted sides in metal... ? Could it have left the factory like this?