Here is another example of the HMV model 102 portable gramophone from about 1933. It is in a red case in excellent condition and with minimal loss of plating on external fittings. It plays really well with a No.5A sound-box. Collectors should be aware, when buying, that the excellent No.5A and 5B sound-boxes are subject to “pot-metal-decay” which causes the back-plates to crack. This 5A sound-box is in very good condition.

The HMV 102 is the most sought after portable gramophone at the moment, especially a coloured example. It produces excellent sound quality for a purely mechanical device that would surprise listeners. An additional positive feature is that the removable record tray is present

The gramophone comes with 100 needles and a small selection of 78s if required.

Price £250.00 including carriage within the UK