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Here is an original working antique round base 102 telephone that was patented in the late 1920s and produced by the Western Electric telephone company. This 102 round base model is much more rare than the oval base 202 which you more commonly see on .The metal has went thru a glass bead blast process. Then this telephone went thru a special paint process to try to duplicate its original black finish. The bakelite e1 handset with the spitcup mouth piece has been buffed and polished to a high shine.This telephone has the older wraspier sounding Clicktey -Klack sounding #4 dial. Dont be fooled by cheaper restored phones selling on They have the cheaper #5 dial
If you would like to save $100 we can install a #5 dial It has a Whirring Slightly clicking sound . Let us know and we will refund you $100 after your purchase
The dials rural plate is in mint condition with no wear. The dial has been cleaned, calibrated and properly lubricated.The brown woven cloth cords match. The wall cord has a modular end so you can just plug it into your telephone wall receptacle and enjoy this fully functioning antique. You can dial out and receive calls and with the small ringer box provided you will hear that old bell ringing sound. The bottom has suede leather as was used on these telephones so you do not mar your furniture. This beautiful original telephone will make a nice display piece as well as being a fully usable working antique.
If your service doesn't support rotary dials we sell digital to rotary dial convertors . Please contact us if you need to purchase a convertor.
