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Started by ....., July 18, 2018, 10:21:56 PM

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July 18, 2018, 10:21:56 PM
I picked this clear F1 handset up today from older collector who is down sizing. He has mostly payphone items, but this was in with some handsets.

I did notice that there is no opening running through the handset for wires. This must be a sample because it can not be used.

Jim S. do you have any ideas on this handset?   

Jim Stettler

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July 18, 2018, 10:43:04 PM
I think it is a sample and most likely "sample" plastic.
It Is cool .
PM sent.
Jim S.
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Jim Stettler

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July 18, 2018, 10:49:00 PM
To follow up regarding "sample". It was "removed/pulled/snuck/ from the line before all operations were complete . I have some swirl  handset examples of "snuck"
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July 18, 2018, 11:04:41 PM
Quote from: Jim S. on July 18, 2018, 10:49:00 PM
To follow up regarding "sample". It was "removed/pulled/snuck/ from the line before all operations were complete . I have some swirl  handset examples of "snuck"

Me too!  LOL

jsowers

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July 19, 2018, 12:06:56 AM
I guess you've seen this auction.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/113132140654
Jonathan

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July 19, 2018, 12:12:28 AM Last Edit: July 19, 2018, 12:16:17 AM by Duffy
Quote from: jsowers on July 19, 2018, 12:06:56 AM
I guess you've seen this auction.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/113132140654


No I haven't. Thanks,   Now, Humm should I? After the exchange and import charges, I think not.


I wonder if they are reproductions?

kleenax

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July 19, 2018, 09:44:35 AM
Quote from: Duffy on July 18, 2018, 10:21:56 PM
I picked this clear F1 handset up today from older collector who is down sizing. He has mostly payphone items, but this was in with some handsets.

I did notice that there is no opening running through the handset for wires. This must be a sample because it can not be used.

Jim S. do you have any ideas on this handset?   
I cast this handset, and yes, it is a "sample" hence the reason for having NO conductors running through from one end to the other. Who did you get it from?  I infrequently give away mistakes and pieces like this when I have visitors to my workshop.
Ray Kotke
Recumbent Casting, LLC

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July 19, 2018, 09:48:54 AM
Quote from: kleenax on July 19, 2018, 09:44:35 AM
I cast this handset, and yes, it is a "sample" hence the reason for having NO conductors running through from one end to the other. Who did you get it from?  I infrequently give away mistakes and pieces like this when I have visitors to my workshop.


Did you cast yours with the WE Logo as well?

kleenax

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July 20, 2018, 03:51:29 PM
Quote from: Duffy on July 19, 2018, 09:48:54 AM

Did you cast yours with the WE Logo as well?

Whatever is on the original/master that I make the tooling from is shown in the casting. Even fingerprints will show up on the casting if you are not careful to clean the master perfectly before pouring a mold.
Ray Kotke
Recumbent Casting, LLC

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July 20, 2018, 03:59:21 PM Last Edit: July 20, 2018, 10:14:48 PM by Duffy
Quote from: kleenax on July 20, 2018, 03:51:29 PM
Whatever is on the original/master that I make the tooling from is shown in the casting. Even fingerprints will show up on the casting if you are not careful to clean the master perfectly before pouring a mold.


That is so cool. It doesn't matter to me who made it. It looks good in my collection. I'm glad to have it. It has a few miles on it, traveling from collector to collector. It has a home here. I'm sure in time these will become very collectable as well, if they aren't already.

Thanks for all your information Ray.


Doug
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