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Post by klinkmi on Jan 24, 2014 1:49:28 GMT -5
Both a friend and I recently picked up 2 Columbia's. Mine is an Oak table model his is an upright Mahogany. I am new to Columbia's , where can I find a model or style no. ? Also we have the same problem with the tone-arms, mine is broken at the 90* and his just doesn't move freely. I'm guessing that this is because they are made from 'Pot Metal' I know that mine will need to be replaced but can his be sanded so it moves freely.
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Post by klinkmi on Nov 24, 2010 20:09:52 GMT -5
Thanks for the info. It is a great and interesting link!!
Mike
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Post by klinkmi on Nov 21, 2010 13:38:50 GMT -5
Recently I picked up several Brown Wax Cylinders at an Estate Sale. Most are in good shape however about half of them (approx 15) look to be developing early stages of mold spotting. Most of them that were wrapped in the original cotton appear to be fine but the ones that were in a spindle box have the problem? I know humidity and dampness create this problem. My question is what can I do to stop the problem before it gets any worse. I am not as familiar with the early ones and don't want to ruin what I have.
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Post by klinkmi on Jun 17, 2010 22:37:24 GMT -5
Both have really beautiful horns although I have never seen one with an Inlay.
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Post by klinkmi on Jun 7, 2009 23:25:08 GMT -5
It looks like the item is up for grabs once more. I guess the first one fell through. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by klinkmi on Apr 5, 2009 19:17:05 GMT -5
Most finishes Post WW1 was an early form of Lacquer. However to get a "Piano Finish" prior to this the wood was first stained with an Aniline Dye , Filled , Sealed with Shellac and finished with Shading Spirit Varnish(Finish tinted with Dye or Pigments). This over time has the tendency to Alligator over time.
Mike
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Post by klinkmi on Apr 5, 2009 19:09:39 GMT -5
Alcohol will soften early lacquer finishes but it will not dissolve like shellac .
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Post by klinkmi on Mar 20, 2009 20:02:17 GMT -5
Considering the process in how they are made I figured they would run about $20.00 each. Thanks for the info. Mike
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Post by klinkmi on Mar 19, 2009 22:41:52 GMT -5
Just curious ? What is the cost of a dozen blank cylinders?
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Post by klinkmi on Mar 7, 2009 23:01:41 GMT -5
Old Paint formulas are always interesting!!!!
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Post by klinkmi on Mar 7, 2009 22:48:27 GMT -5
I did put the new decal on and put three coats of finish over it . It came out great. I realized the problem I had in the past was with the transfer itself. It was an older varnish transfer that had to be put on with Banana Liquid. I am questioning the age of the transfer or the sizing had not cured long enough which may have caused the bubbling.
Mike
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Post by klinkmi on Mar 7, 2009 22:40:44 GMT -5
Looks great!! How did you make out with the top?
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Post by klinkmi on Feb 15, 2009 21:42:38 GMT -5
The reason why I choose to do the decal this way is I had a problem in the past with putting decals under the last coat of finish. I had a Standard Banner decal bubble on me when I had put Shellac over it and eventually it peeled off.
Mike
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Post by klinkmi on Feb 15, 2009 21:14:32 GMT -5
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Post by klinkmi on Feb 15, 2009 12:20:20 GMT -5
I wouldn't use a drill press or even a drill there would be too much risk damaging the treads. Does the screw look clean, if so I would try mating it were it is broken , using a little force you might be able to get it out far enough to grab it. Also was the mandrel damaged in the first pic it seems angled i have been reading this guys advice since he joined this forum-------he does not have a clue--- but thinks he does. it makes the truly knowlegable of us on this and other forums look bad. but you get what you pay for!you paid nothing and you got nothing---so you are even. i own a machine shop here in N.Y No one said I was Expert or claim to be on Edison Phonographs. In the case of restoration experience is the key . I am only suggesting things that I have experienced first hand. If you feel that I have posted something in vain please correct me. I am always open for constructive criticism. Mike
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