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Edison 2 minute cylinder…”When the Bees are in the Hive”

Edison 2 minute cylinder…”When the Bees are in the Hive” View Now

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Edison 4 minute Cylinder…”On The Old Front Porch” (Very Good Comic song!)

Edison 4 minute Cylinder…”On The Old Front Porch” (Very Good Comic song!) View Now

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Indestructible 2 minute Cylinder… “Turkey in the Straw”

Indestructible 2 minute Cylinder… “Turkey in the Straw” View Now

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Edison 4 min. Cylinder… “ Home Again Blues“

Edison 4 min. Cylinder… “ Home Again Blues“ View Now

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Edison 2 minute cylinder… “At the Minstrel Show # 4”

Edison 2 minute cylinder… “At the Minstrel Show # 4” View Now

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Edison 4 min. Cylinder… “ By the Light of the Silvery Moon”

Edison 4 min. Cylinder… “ By the Light of the Silvery Moon” View Now

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Edison 4 min. Cylinder… “She is the Sunshine of Virginia”

Edison 4 min. Cylinder… “She is the Sunshine of Virginia” View Now

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Edison 4 minute Cylinder- “Goldberg’s Automotive Troubles”

Edison 4 minute Cylinder- “Goldberg’s Automotive Troubles” View Now

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Indestructible 4 min. Cylinder… “Uncle Josh and the Fire Department”

Indestructible 4 min. Cylinder… “Uncle Josh and the Fire Department” View Now

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Edison 4 min. Cylinder… “ A Woodland Serenade“

Edison 4 min. Cylinder… “ A Woodland Serenade“ View Now

Timeless Treasures

Here at 4-4 Time, we strive to bring you the best that we can locate. Most of our items are a hundred years of age and older, and all are in working condition unless mentioned in the description. These are timeless items which will become heirlooms for your family and future generations. Have questions about one of our items or looking for something in particular? Send us a message or give us a call. We’ll be glad to help!

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🔥🎁 “UNLOCK THE VAULT: Rare Finds & Collector’s Dreams!

Beginning FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28th!” 🎄

 

 

 

Prepare yourselves. The ultimate chance to secure artifacts for your collection is almost here! Our massive Black Friday & Cyber Monday SALE is launching Friday, November 28th, and running through Monday, December 8th!

This isn’t just a sale; it’s a curated inventory drop designed to ignite your collecting passion! We’ve lined up a wide variety of pieces, from the magic of early sound to the pinnacle of American horology:

What to Hunt For:

  • 🎧 The Sound of History: Rare deals on iconic machines like the Columbia AT Phonograph or the elegant Columbia BF Phonograph. Wide selection of machines to choose from. Find the perfect centerpiece for your parlor!

  • 📜 CYLINDER GOLD: Expand your acoustic library! THOUSANDS of 2 and 4 minute cylinder records will be on sale, waiting to bring forgotten melodies back to life. Use Coupon Code: ” SPECIAL20 ” for 20%OFF!!  Choose from Thousands of titles and various artist listed on sale!

  • ⏱️ Timepiece Legends: Own a legend of precision!  Discounts on masterpieces including the distinguished Howard Series 7 Pocket Watch and the legendary railroad-grade Hamilton 992B Pocket Watch just to name a few.

  • …AND MUCH MORE! Plenty of other items on sale as well!

Every collector knows the thrill of the chase, and the sheer desire to possess a piece of history that is truly one-of-a-kind. This is your moment to make those coveted items yours with unbeatable savings.

These irreplaceable artifacts won’t last. If you collect it, you need to be here! Set your alarms for November 28th and get ready to complete your collection.

#AntiqueCollector #Phonograph #PocketWatch #VintageAudio #CylinderRecords #BlackFridayDeals #HistoricalArtifacts #HamiltonWatch #RareItems #CollectorLife #MustHave

 

 

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Antique Week

Never mind the questionable sound quality, the cracks and pops. The sometimes cumbersome equipment and having to change a needle after every play. Not to mention the limitations of a personal record library. At a time when an internet connection is all that’s needed for access to a wide variety of streamed music, there are those who prefer not to rely on modern technology for their listening pleasure. Because, at the intersection of art and science, antique phonographs continue to delight collectors by providing original music without electricity, wires, or tubes.

The invention of the phonograph was an evolving process, with twists and turns along the way. In 1877, Thomas Edison, to his great astonishment, successfully recorded (and played back) his recitation of “Mary had a little lamb” using a tinfoilcoated cylinder. A patent for his machine, which was intended not for musical enjoyment but for recording business dictation, was granted in...

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