I'd go for the open horn machine. They look great, sound a bit better than the Victrola and take up less space/are easily transported. Ron L -----Original Message----- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of john robles Sent: Monday, December 04, 2006 11:48 AM To: phono-l at oldcrank.org Subject: [Phono-L] My dilemma - which machine would you pick?? I am trying to decide between two machines, and I thought it would be fun to throw the question out there - Given a choice of a one-family, TOTALLY unrestored Victor II Humpback with an aftermarket horn with 12 petals lacquered red, green and gold and bearing a 4 digit serial number, OR a Victrola 130 (late model Victrola XVII with the little drawer for used needles) with beautiful gold hardware, nice original finish, either of which you could have for $1150-1250, which would you choose?? John Robles _______________________________________________ Phono-L mailing list Phono-L at oldcrank.org Phono-L Archive http://phono-l.oldcrank.org/archive/ Support Phono-L http://www.cafepress.com/oldcrank