GRAMOPHONES and PHONOGRAPHS
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HMV GRAMOPHONES 1921 to 1936
I am always being asked to identify, date and give details about HMV models. This book is one of the main sources of information.
The book is composed of pictures and descriptions of UK HMV models copied from HMV Sales brochures issued between 1921 & 1936.
Most HMV Gramophones sold during this period can be readily identified and dated.
The book contains details of original specifications. Hence it is possible to check if a Gramophone is totally original and not altered. For example, the Soundbox is the name of the part that holds the needle, these were largely interchangeable between Gramophones, if it has been changed this makes the Gramophone less Collectible.
When an HMV Gramophone was originally purchased the new owner was supplied with Operating and Servicing Instructions, these are often lost. A copy of the original Instructions for the HMV Model 102 Portable Gramophone can be found in this book. Since all Gramophones operate and are serviced in a similar manner these instructions apply to all windup Gramophones. In regard to Servicing, the book states which parts to Oil, but more importantly the parts NOT TO OIL (the automatic brake).
The original Gramophone Sale Price can usually be found. There is also a section on HMV Accessories plus helpful information on HMV machines and MUCH, MUCH More.
HMV GRAMOPHONES 1921 to 1936
157 pages (size approximately 6" by 8.25") printed in Black & White.
Only £12.95 plus Postage
(UK Certified Postage is £1.45)
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