Stromberg 1243 missing part

johnfin · February 19, 2009, 08:28:05 AM

Can someone tell me if the plate under the handset connects to the button plate. I cant really see anything in this picture but I think they are suppose to connect.

BDM · February 20, 2009, 03:21:05 PM

Sorry, I'm not quite getting what it si you're asking?

bingster · February 20, 2009, 06:52:19 PM

I think he means the paddle type thingy between the plungers. It's got the Stromberg name pressed into it, and can be pushed downward. It also doubles as the finger grip for carrying the phone. I have one, too, and I've always wondered why it does that. It doesn't seem to be connected to anything.

johnfin · February 20, 2009, 07:29:32 PM

I agree, it does nothing. Its spring loaded and moves but thats it.

BDM · February 20, 2009, 07:55:34 PM

Bing, is that your phone?

bingster · February 20, 2009, 08:09:03 PM

I wish. The image comes from here:

http://www.telephonearchive.com/phones/sc/sc1243.html

Mine's in thoroughly used condition, and is mounted to a magneto base.

BDM · February 20, 2009, 09:06:43 PM

WOW

Nice looking phone!

Steve · February 20, 2009, 10:07:53 PM

Thanks alot. now there's another one on my want list..

VERY slick looking phone.

johnfin · February 23, 2009, 10:22:42 AM

I think I solved the mystery. The handset ear piece sits in that area when the receiver is off the hook, ie someone on hold. Keeps the handset from falling on the floor. Strange but good design I guess.

BDM · March 10, 2009, 08:42:54 AM

I was just reading about this feature. It's actually an option and would have a switch contact if so equipped. I'll have to double check tonight when I arrive home, but I'm pretty sure it's a feature for party line phones. It allowed you to listen without being heard, so as not to disturb the party talking, amongst other things

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