Serial No. M1095 Circa 1898. Frank Seaman contracted with Levi Montross to produce an alternative to Johnson’s Improved Gramophone. A suit was brought by Johnson in 1898 and each unsold Montross machine received a metal plate with an M and consecutive numbering. This machine is M1095. The oak case has original finish and retains the original decal stating “Berliner Gramophone” with the last patent date of 1895. Also the address for National Gramophone Company was intentionally scratched off. Nickel parts are in VG to excellent condition. Oak travel arm appears to be a reproduction but the reproducer is original model J serial No. 136 stamped Pat Ap’d For and E. Berliner’s Patent Nov 8, 87, May 15, 88 on back. Support arm rod is a possible replacement but has original bracket on case. Record hold down is original. Motor winds but needs servicing (lubrication). Original crank, brake, speed control, and arm rest. Turn table felt is a replacement. Original 15” X 9.5” funnel horn with original red stripe on body and lip of bell. Original leather elbow.