There are several on-line suppliers, offering Princess reproduction parts. If you want it to look and perform very well and you're not concerned with original design, then the road gets easier. If you want the machine to be like new, you are in for some big headaches. Before refurbishing a Princess, decide what you want for an end product. I researched many sources for parts and information, not to discount the shortcuts that can be taken. With no help from others, I successfully completed my Princess. Ebay sometimes turns up Princess parts that the junkyard dogs place a premium price.ĭon't give up hope yet. Be prepared to learn on your own and scavenger the internet looking for parts. Parts are extremely rare and if you find them, there are those who are willing to exploit your pocket book. Although I am very pleased with refurbishing my Princess, I learned that this is a dog eat dog hobby.
You must have the desire to own this particular machine, or the frustration of refurbishing and finding parts, will raise your stress level. With a somewhat limited supply and the fact that some of the mechanics are visible and the record playing is displayed, this machine can be difficult to find and brings a fairly high price. Manufactutured in 1962, this was one of the smallest coin operated phonographs made, weighing in at 205 pounds. This brings us to the Rock-Ola Princess, Model 1493. Jukeboxes that bring a higher $$ will be those where the playing record is visible. The average jukebox, between the mid 60's, through the end of record phonograph production, are easy to locate and bring a very affordable price. While 78 RPM phonographs bring a good price, the 1950's 45 RPM players don't fall far behind. The asking price will depend mainly on age, brand and style. Used jukeboxes, for home use, continue to be available.
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