These Ristaucrat tabletop jukes use a modified RCA RP-168 record
changer, the first design developed by RCA in 1949. But the modifications
are fairly extensive as they include a mechanism that returns the record
stack back up to the top of the changer. So some of the changer parts will
be the same as those of the RP-168 which is still pretty available on eBay.
Service info on the RP-168 is available on Howard W. Sams Photofact data
sheets. Sams probably also had a service info bulletin on the Ristaucrat
model itself. For the more specific juke parts, you can check with one of
the several jukebox boneyards and parts suppliers thru Google. Here's one
of the better ones:
http://www.victoryglass.com/
You might also want to visit the Electrola Group on Yahoo which is dedicated
to the discussion of early electronic record playing equipment. We have
several juke owners in that group who might be able to help you.
Greg Bogantz
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bob Maffit" <[email protected]>
To: "'Antique Phonograph List'" <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2011 5:37 PM
Subject: [Phono-L] ristaucrat jukebox information request
Phono Folks:
I apologize in the event this is viewed by some as off topic however, I
think this lists expertise in locating phonograph related information is
needed in this case.
I have pasted a little information on the "ristaucrat mini jukeboxes made
in
the early 50s below. At present, I can't find anyone who can work on mine
as
those who I have approached state, no information is available which could
be used to guide repairs or remanufacture parts.
Since this list often can find Patten and other needed specifications, I
placed my hope here.
In the event you can assist, or have a referral for me, much appreciated.
Later
Bob
The following small jukeboxes all use 45 RPM records, capitalizing on the
shift to these 7" records by the release of the Seeburg M100B. These
little
jukeboxes
were marketed as cost effective stopgap while major jukebox manufacturers
were still scrambling to shift production to 45 RPM models.
Ristaucrat 45 - 1950
Ristaucrat, Inc was located at 1216 E. Wisconsin Ave., Appleton,
Wisconsin,
USA and announced the 45
Ristaucrat 45 Non-Selective Ristaucrat in Billboard Magazine on June 24,
1950. Initially, over 1200 were placed on location and production was
stepped up
to 100 per day per "press releases". The Ristaucrat 45 was available in
either light or dark hardwood finish. According to the manufacturer, it
"Plays
12-45 RPM Records, restacks automatically ... is set for 5 cent play or 2
for 5 cents ... is lightweight, weighs only 30 lbs. Measures a compact 12"
high,
12 3/4" deep and 16" high" The known serial number range (only 4 data
points) for this model ranges from 1099 to 3435. Given a conservative
estimate based
on known serial numbers, then only 2400 were produced, it is more likely
that the serial number range started at 0001, so an estimated production
of
3400+
can be assumed.
Ristaucrat 45S - 1951-52
About a year after the release of the Ristaucrat 45, the S-45 was
announced.
A July 1951 ad in Coin
Ristaucrat 45SMachine Journal stated: "Low cost selective Music for all
locations. 12 record, twin speaker 45 RPM Selective Phone ... the
Ristaucrat
S-45
... Plays 12-45 RPM records with smooth, noiseless operation. Records Play
in rotation - no long, noisy, restacking periods between selections. Twin
Speakers
- only the S-45 has two speakers to give a true, clear tone to any record"
The specifications for this record play was: Weight, 40 Lbs, 13 1/2" wide,
16
1/2" deep and 17" high.
The known serial number range (only 4 data points) for this model ranges
from 50408 to 52898. Given a conservative estimate based on known serial
numbers,
then only 2500 were produced, it is more likely that the serial number
range
started at 50001, so an estimated production of 3000+ can be assumed.
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