Bidspirit auction | Columbia Type AG Grand Cylinder

Columbia Type AG Grand Cylinder Phonograph w/Horn - This machine in its attractive oak cabinet has its original finish and decal in good original condition. Has original Columbia aluminum floating #4 reproducer with a good stylus. Has some of its original pot metal carriage parts however several of the pieces have been correctly copied and replaced with aluminum parts. The entire cueing and transport assembly is in good working order. This assembly is also fitted with a shaver. Has a desirable cast iron upper mech with its original black paint and pinstripes with the usual wear. Has aluminum bed plate with its original black paint with some peeling. See photos. Carriage and 5” D mandrill move freely. Has its original slotted cast iron winding crank and the motor winds and runs. Also included is an original after market horn support assembly which appears to be complete although all the parts are all old and original parts and they all fit together but they appear to be a marriage from other makers with some modifications. The nickel plating is well worn with some pitting and rust. Also included is an all brass 30” L horn with a 13” D bell in average condition with some dents and wrinkles mainly on the body. Cabinet measure 12” W X 10” D X 13” T. A handsome addition to any collection.