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Post by lucius1958 on May 24, 2012 0:55:19 GMT -5
Thanks, Larry: I have a copy of Frow's book. I was wondering whether anyone could provide more detailed information.
There is some mention of an attempt at producing 12" discs in 1922: I wonder whether the key buttons were introduced in anticipation of this?
As for the finish: I had noticed some drip marks inside the motor compartment, which made me think of a varnish finish. However, there is no sign of 'alligatoring' on the exterior, which one might associate with old varnish; the finish is fairly dull, and thin in spots. Is there some definitive way of telling a waxed finish from varnish?
Another detail: judging from a small scrap found underneath a tack strip, the grille cloth appears to have been a gold color, as on earlier oak machines. Can anyone confirm this?
Bill
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Post by lucius1958 on May 23, 2012 1:30:30 GMT -5
Hi: Just registered here, to see if I can get some more specific responses on a machine I've just acquired.
It's a BC-34 "Baby Console", and it has some features that have made me wonder about its date.
First off, the serial number is SM-4585, which seems fairly early, considering the large number of machines made (over 50,000 in three years).
Secondly, it has the No. 100 horn, which according to George Frow, was only used on this model during the first two months of production.
Reproducer is serial number D11717.
Motor is single spring, with a two-weight governor.
On the other hand, the original turntable felt is orange, which some have informed me is characteristic of late examples. It also has the 10/12" key buttons, which seem to be commonly associated with the LP attachment, and which are said to be factory installed on late models.
The case looks like a varnish finish to me, although I am not familiar with the older wax finish, and may be mistaken.
Any informed opinions?
Bill
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