Edison Disc Phongraph B19

[chisler]

Hi All,

I'm new to this have recently picked up one of these (Edison Disc Phonogrph B19), but does require restoration.

The external timber has a few scratches and appears to have been coated with semi clear at some point.  Timber at the moment appears a dark red gum type.  I would like to rub it back to bare timber, but need advice on how to approach this?

Also the grille cloth is missing....from what I've seen, it should be a pink...ish color - if anyone can advise where I can buy a piece?

Many thanks

[lucius1958]

First off, I would recommend trying to clean the cabinet with non-pumice 'GoJo' and ultra-fine steel wool (or its plastic equivalent), before doing anything as drastic as stripping.

The cabinet certainly sounds like the "Rouge" finish that was offered for the B-19. You are correct in stating the material to be gumwood: this was only used on the B-19.

As for the grille cloth: some machines used a sort of "dusty rose" color, which may match the remnants that you find. Look around your local fabric stores for a sheer, silk-finish material.

Needless to say, you should also examine, clean, and lubricate the mechanical parts, as well as rebuilding the reproducer, for best results.

BillS

[chisler]

thanks for the folllow up.

It seems that I can't get non pumice here in aus, any other suggestions?

Cheers

[lucius1958]

That's correct: you can find it in any good hardware store.

BillS

[phonoboy]

Jun 19, 2016 21:11:23 GMT -5 chisler said:

thanks for the folllow up.

It seems that I can't get non pumice here in aus, any other suggestions?

Cheers

This may help. www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-clean-wood-furniture/#.V2eNgctOnqA I always start with water.