Edison Standard, Model C, ICS version

[hwj277356]

I'm trying to help a family friend determine worth on a Edison Standard, Model C, with modifications for the International Correspondence School. I already found a few sites for specific info on it but not what others sold for without paying. I'm trying help someone not get taken advantage of. Also any notables from the pictures attached would appreciated too. Hopefully someone can give their thoughts on it other than  "its worth what one is will to pay and one is willing to sale for." 


 


Thanks for any help

[lucius1958]

The Model Cs are a bit rarer than other Standards. I can't personally give a figure on value; but Reiss's 'Compleat Talking Machine' (5th ed.) quotes an approximate value of $700 for a non-ICS example.

Two caveats, however: first, the quoted info is some years old, and the antique market is very volatile. Only the top-end machines tend to hold their value in a 'soft' market.

Second, the quote is basically for a machine in the best possible condition. I notice the lift lever on the reproducer carriage seems to be missing. That might affect the selling price, as the part may not be easy to replace.

BTW, what is that thing that looks like a spoon handle in the third photo?

-BillS

[nefaurora]

The problem is here that its hard to determine value because you have no idea what work the machine may need to be in working, running condition. Its a desirable machine for sure, but they are still out there. Not working, I say an easy $500. Working well...An easy $700-$800.. and that's with no horns or horn cranes as pictured here. Add a nice horn bigger than 14" or a nice original 14" horn with it running well and you are over an easy grand ($1000) Condition, mechanical and physical directly affects price. Physically, It looks OK, but it will definitely need some work...no doubt. Tony K. Edison Collector/Restorer, Melbourne, Florida.

[ctravelute]

I am also interested in information about the Edison Standard ICS model however mine is somewhat different. It looks to have been a model E that was struck through then had a C typed in. I have looked everywhere and found information about this practice but not going from a Model E to C and in the ICS version. Could someone please give me information of whether this was common practice or do I have something unusual? I would sincerely appreciate it. This is my first Edison phonograph and I want to understand it as thoroughly as possible.

[ctravelute]

I am a new member and cannot see how to upload photos. If someone can advise me I can provide pictures of the struck through model and serial number.
Thanks

[nefaurora]

"Could someone please give me information of whether this was common practice or do I have something unusual?" Common Practice at the Edison Phonograph Works. Edison Re-purposed whatever could be re-purposed...especially bedplates..

Tony K.

Edison Collector/Restorer
Melbourne, Florida