Columbia Model BNW Disc Phonograph — Original Nickel Horn • Factory Paperwork • Professionally Rebuilt • Estate‑Fresh

Offered here is an exceptionally fine Columbia Model BNW, one of the most elegant and well‑appointed machines produced during Columbia’s golden era of disc phonographs. Positioned in the premium tier of Columbia’s catalog, the BNW was a refined, higher‑grade model even in its own day — and surviving examples in this level of originality are now genuinely scarce.

This example presents with a striking quartered‑oak cabinet, its deep, even grain and warm, untouched finish reflecting decades of careful preservation. The factory‑upgraded nickel‑plated back bracket, tone arm, and dust ring give the machine a polished, almost jewel‑like presence. Most importantly, it retains its original nickel Columbia horn — a highly desirable component that dramatically elevates both authenticity and collector value. Many BNWs lost their horns over the years; finding one with its correct, matching, original horn is a true prize.

Adding exceptional historical appeal, this BNW still carries its original factory paperwork, including the descriptive sheet affixed to the underside of the cabinet. Surviving documentation like this is rarely encountered and provides a direct, tangible link to how Columbia presented the BNW to its first owner. For collectors who value provenance, this is a standout feature that sets this machine apart.

Mechanically, the phonograph remains entirely original yet has been professionally rebuilt from the inside out. The motor has been fully serviced, cleaned, and calibrated; the governor runs smoothly and quietly; and the reproducer has been expertly rebuilt for optimal performance. The result is a machine that not only displays beautifully but is ready to play reliably for another century. It runs with the steady, confident power that only a properly serviced Columbia motor can deliver.

The overall condition is exceptional — clean, crisp, and visually impressive from every angle. It has the unmistakable look of a machine that lived its life in a stable, protected environment. Fresh from a long‑held estate and new to the market, this BNW is precisely the kind of premium, original, investment‑grade example that seldom surfaces.

A rare opportunity to acquire a top‑tier early Columbia disc phonograph with its original horn, original paperwork, and a full professional restoration.