The motor on that machine looks exactly like one used in a lateer Columbia
console, Ca 1915 to 1920. I doubt that it is original to that case.
RMV
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Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Unusual Columbia Disc Phono
It appears to be the Improved Imperial or BY, and has the exact dimensions
17" by 17" as that graphophone, but as you say, it has that area to the
rear of the turntable that looks like it is for the mounting directly on
top of the cabinet. Perhaps a rare unknown example of a different BY type,
that was unknown to Columbia researchers until this one just appeared on
ebay. The description shown in the Columbia Phonograph Companion Volume II
gives no reference to this type of oddity existing on any BY's issued. The
improved Imperial sold for $65.00 when introduced in 1909.
Bruce
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Subject: [Phono-L] Unusual Columbia Disc Phono
All,
A very unusual horn type Columbia disc phono (missing tone arm, horn, and
horn support) sold quickly on ebay yesterday. The case is similiar in
style to a BY, but the horn support appears to mount directly on top of
the cabinet rather than a back mount. I assume this is a very late style
horn type phono, and likely very hard to find. Is anyone familiar with
this model? Item # is 140385405594. Congratulations to the buyer.
Regards,
David Boruff
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