Columbia 202 Portable Wind-Up Gramophone | Vintage Antique 1920s | Used

Used / Pre-owned — antique condition. A complete portable gramophone with tonearm, reproducer, turntable platter, winding handle, and speed regulator present. No needles or records included. Lid does not stay open.

A classic Columbia Model 202 portable wind-up gramophone, dating from the 1920s–1930s. This iconic suitcase-style portable plays 78rpm shellac records and requires no electricity — powered entirely by the spring-wound motor, wound via the side-mounted crank handle.

Key features (photo-verified):

• Case: Dark brown/black leatherette-covered wooden case with metal corner protectors, two rear hinges, two front locking clasps, and a front-mounted carry handle
• Turntable platter: Blue felt-covered platter with chrome rim — visually intact
• Tonearm: Chrome/nickel tonearm with original soundbox/reproducer attached
• Reproducer/soundbox: Black bakelite body with chrome fittings and needle carrier
• Internal horn: Built-in folded internal horn behind the louvred front grille
• Winding handle: Present and functional-looking (side-mounted crank)
• Speed regulator: Present on the side of the case

Condition notes (photo-verified):

• Used — antique, well-used condition throughout
• Leatherette case covering has scuffs, scratches, and general wear consistent with age
• Metal parts (corner protectors, clasps, hinges, reproducer fittings) show rust and oxidation
• Chrome tonearm has tarnishing and light surface marks
• Lid does not stay open — the lid stay/support mechanism is not functioning
• No needles included
• No records included

Comes only with what is shown in the photos. Condition is as shown in images — please refer to all photos before purchasing.