I have been able to find modern bulbs that are very similar to the bulbs that were used next to the turntable in the early Electrolas. They are typically used today around bathroom mirrors. The ones that I use are about the size and shape of a golf ball with a candelabra base. The are 15 watts and come in clear or frosted glass. The originals were clear with a small "tit" on the top (a result of the way the globe was blown), but they are made a little differently today. If you have the shield that was supplied for many models, you will see that it has a cutout on the top to accommodate that little tip of glass.
On Nov 18, 2007, at 1:38 PM, Daniel Melvin wrote: > Does anyone know what type of bulbs were used in 20s Eletrolas on > the inside light? There are a number of moderm bulbs that fit the > fixture, but I'm curious if the style of what would have been used > then is still available anywhere? > > Dan > _______________________________________________ > Phono-L mailing list > http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
