Advice on Columbia cylinder phonographs

[Dale]

I have several Columbia cylinder phonographs, but I have not had much experience with them, as I have collected mostly Edison cylinder phonographs.  AS I prepare to sell the machines in my collection, I would like to correspond or speak with someone who knows Columbia cylinder machines and can help me with questions that I may have.

 

Dale Becker

dmbecker69@centurylink.net

[Tinfoilphono]

There is a wider variety of Columbia machines than Edison. You might want to hunt for a copy of Howard Hazelcorn's book on Columbia Cylinder Phonographs.  It would probably answer a lot of your questions, and may tell you a lot that you might never think to ask. It's an essential reference, and copies turn up regularly. I see one on Amazon now at $35. There are a few on eBay ranging from $39 to $78. 

[Dale]

Thank you.  I have a copy.

[phonogfp]

The Hazelcorn book is a great suggestion.  There are also a number of Graphophone fanatics here who can help you.

 

Ask away!

 

George P.