Victor XXV

[phono-phan]

I recently purchased an early Victor XXV. Serial number 1975. The early models used the regular oak spearpoint horn. This one is missing the little button that locks it into the elbow. Does anyone have any recommendations on how to replace it?

[phono-phan]

Here is what I did to fix the missing button on the oak spear-point horn for the XXV I recently bought.  A member of this forum gave me the lead on it.  It had some issues but worth the trip.  The button was missing and some of the wood was also missing inside the metal cup.  I filled the void inside with JB Weld and used a wood dowel to keep it pressed in place until it hardened.  I then drilled and tapped the dowel to screw in a small 1/4 bolt that I shaved down to the size of the button head.  I needed to fill the void so I could tighten the nut and not crush the cup end.  I also ground down the nut so it is pretty thin.  It is pretty secure but I am considering taking it apart and putting some JB Weld on the threads and cover the nut on the inside.   Next I need to address the issue with the finish on the shelf, service the motor, and get a reproducer for it.

[Henry]

"It was neatly done, sir, indeed it was," to quote Sydney Greenstreet's character in The Maltese Falcon.  And it shouldn't be difficult to locate an Exhibition sound box for this beauty. Keep us posted as you continue the restoration!

Edited 5 hours ago by Henry