Bakelite & steel telephones
Bakelite and steel telephones
'60 LEICH CONVERT
1960s Leich convertible. This phone can convert into either a desk or wall mount. Most phone companies had different versions for wall and desk use. Leich made a practice of designing phones that could be used both ways. This version is more "modern" looking than the phone at right but has the same quality that Leich was famous for. Brass fingerwheels for $15 extra.
$99.00
'37 DIAL MAG PHONE W/NO MAG
circa 1937 European dial phone. They are available with and without a magneto. This version is dial only it does not have a magneto.
$114.00
'37 DIAL MAGNETO PHONE W/MAG
This version comes with a magneto to ring the bells. These phones could be used on lines that were powered by the central office. If the equipment was available to directly dial the number these phones could do it. If you needed to "ring up" the central office these phones could be used on the these older systems also.
$129.00
'30s LEICH BAKELITE CONVERT
1930s Leich bakelite with 3" dial. Most phones had a version for desk use and another version for wall mounting. This design could be used as a desk phone or be mounted on the wall. Note that the rear cradle hooks are curved.
$109.00
WE 3500 G1 W/ 3 INCH DIAL
This is the intermediate version of the 3500 set. These have the older 3" dial instead of the 4." However, this comes with G1 handset. This phone also uses the 300 base and a shorted version of what was to be the 500 set.
$109.00
WE 3500 G1 W/ 4 INCH DIAL
Western Electric 5302. 1954 These are a cross between the 300 and 500.The base and internal components were from the 300 set. The case was a shortened version of what was to become the 500 set.This was the last version of the 3500 before the 500 set was introduced. It has the more modern 4" dial. The handset is the G1 that was used on the 500. The transition period between the 300 set to the 500 sets was relatively short, consequently none of the 3500 set variations are particularly common. These are probably one of the most overlooked collectibles today
$109.00
OSLO PHONE BLACK
Oslo phone made in Norway has bells like a woodwall phone; converts into a wall/desk; practical and durable to use daily.
$95.00
W.E. 352 WALL
Western Electric 352 wall. This is the wall version of the famous 300 set. It is also one of the first phones that used a plastic other than bakelite. The smooth simple styling makes a wonderfully underappreciated Art Deco statement. These phones very built to be very durable and will give you many years of eye catching service.
$145.00
KEL REDBAR DESK
1937-53 Kellogg redbar desk phone. These are painted over bakelite.
$159.00
EUROPEAN HIBOY
Short version of the Hiboy. This is a version of the Hi-boy that we modify here. We found that many customers like the classic European look of the Hi-boy but found the original Hi-boy too bulky. We have taken the oringinal Hi-boy removed the magneto, and shortened the case. The result a more compact example of a classic European telephone.
$139.00
NORTH GALION DESK
1937 North Galion; OH desk phone. This was one of the independants answer to the Western Electric 300 set. The phone has a wide base similar to the Nothern Electric counterpart and the soft curves of the 300 design of the Henry Dreyfus. The result a unique and delightful example of some of the finest that Art Deco has to offer.
$163.00
NORTH GALION WALL
North Galion wall made in Galion; OH. This was one of the independants answer to the Western Electric 352. This phone was a slightly more compact design than its Western Electric counterpart. These phones had a screw and hinge mounting the front case of the phone to the back. This made the phone very easy to work on as all that was required was to remove a single screw and the phone could be swung open for easy maintenance.
$132.00
N.E. DESK 1937
Northern Electric 1937 desk set. Also known as Model 1. This phone was made by Northern Electric the Canadian subsidiary of the Bell system. This was the Canadian version of the famous 300 set that was designed by Henry Dreyfuss. The wider base allows for gently sloping pyramid shape that many people find even more eye appealing than the Dreyfus design. This phone is a beautiful example of understated elegance in Art Deco.
$160.00
N.E. WALL
Northern Electric wall phone. Also known as NE's Model 2. Western Electric was the supplier to the Bell system in the United States. The Canadian subsidiary was Northern Electric. Many of the phones that they made for the Canadian market were somewhat different from their American counterparts.
$124.00
SC DESK STEEL
Stromberg Carlson steel phone. Cases on most have been repainted. Has metal finger wheel.
$163.00
AE 40 DESK
AE 40; In 1937 Automatic Electric introduced the model 40. This Art Deco classic was a mainstay of the company for many years. Its clean crisp design was found from homes to boardrooms anywhere the independent phone companies operated.
$174.00
AE 34 DESK
AE 34. Introduced in 1934, this was Automatic Electric's competition to the Western Electric 300. And compete it did. The phone speaks of refined elegance. The graceful brass banded handset can easily be envisioned in the parlor of one of the movers and shakers of the 1930's. The polished brass dial sets off the beautiful gleaming bakelite. This phone comes with authentically styled cloth cords. This is a rare and desirable piece for the discriminating connoisseur' of Art Deco. <b> These are really scarce, so please call for availablilty.</B> <b><I>SOLD OUT</B></I>
$359.00
AE 50 WALL
AE 50 This is the wall version of the model 40. It is often referred to as the "juke box" phone because of its shape. This is a very fine example of Art Deco that is sure to catch the eye
$178.00
W.E. DESK 300 SET STEEL
1940 WE 300 set desk.This is probably the most famous of the designs that famed architect and designer Henry Dreyfus did for Western Electric. The smooth graceful lines effected the design of telephone for at least 2 decades beyond its introduction. The phones were not only nice to look at they were very well built. Ma bell expected to collect rent on these for many years so when they were built they were built to last.
We supplied one of these to Dreamworks for the film The Road to Perdition starring Tyler Hoechlin, Rob Maxey, Liam Aiken, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Tom Hanks, Paul Newman, and Daniel Craig.
We supplied one of these to Dreamworks for the film The Road to Perdition starring Tyler Hoechlin, Rob Maxey, Liam Aiken, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Tom Hanks, Paul Newman, and Daniel Craig.
$158.00
AE40 OFFICE AS 2-LINE
AE 402 This is a variation of the Automatic Electric model 40. This phone has 2 line capabilities. It rings on line 1 and buzzes on line 2. This was probably one of the most elegant office phones ever offered.
$250.00
AE 40 DESK AS AN EXT.
AE 40 office type phone. The AE 40 was made in many variations. This was intended to be used in an office. Here we have rewired the phone so it can be used as an extension on typical single line home phone systems.
$195.00
K PYRAMID NONDIAL
1932 Kellogg Pyramid nondial, very art deco. With warbler & cloth cords.
$123.00
KELLOGG PYRAMID W/DIAL
Same phone as 1932 Kellogg Pyramid with dial added to exterior. With warbler and mini network.
$157.00
NEW BRACKETS
New brackets for mounting SISP. 1.5" wide x 3" tall. 2.5" extension.
$15.00
WE SPACE SAVER-METAL NONDIAL
Western Electric metal nondial spacesaver. These were made from 1930-1957. These phones were popular in taverns and other locations where answer only capabilities were desired. The phones are very robust and compact. They mount easily under a bar or counter with the included mounting bracket. Because of their compact size they do not have a ringer. If a ringer is desired see our Ringer Box, Mounts & Clamps page. Comes with mounting bracket.
$99.00
KELLOGG SPACE SAVER
Kellogg Spacesaver. This is Kellogg's version of the Western Electric space saver shown above. The unit is very similar to the Western Electric except these have a little fancier handset. The phone does not have a ringer due to its small size. The phone is quite robust and will mount readily under any bar or counter where answer only capabilities are required.
$95.00
'60 LEICH CONVERT (60LDW)
1960s Leich convertible. This phone can convert into either a desk or wall mount. Most phone companies had different versions for wall and desk use. Leich made a practice of designing phones that could be used both ways. This version is more "modern" looking than the phone at right but has the same quality that Leich was famous for. Brass fingerwheels for $15 extra.
$99.00
'37 DIAL MAG PHONE W/NO MAG (37DM)
circa 1937 European dial phone. They are available with and without a magneto. This version is dial only it does not have a magneto.
$114.00
'37 DIAL MAGNETO PHONE W/MAG (37DWM)
This version comes with a magneto to ring the bells. These phones could be used on lines that were powered by the central office. If the equipment was available to directly dial the number these phones could do it. If you needed to "ring up" the central office these phones could be used on the these older systems also.
$129.00
'30s LEICH BAKELITE CONVERT (30LDW)
1930s Leich bakelite with 3" dial. Most phones had a version for desk use and another version for wall mounting. This design could be used as a desk phone or be mounted on the wall. Note that the rear cradle hooks are curved.
$109.00
WE 3500 G1 W/ 3 INCH DIAL (W35G3)
This is the intermediate version of the 3500 set. These have the older 3" dial instead of the 4." However, this comes with G1 handset. This phone also uses the 300 base and a shorted version of what was to be the 500 set.
$109.00
WE 3500 G1 W/ 4 INCH DIAL (W35G4)
Western Electric 5302. 1954 These are a cross between the 300 and 500.The base and internal components were from the 300 set. The case was a shortened version of what was to become the 500 set.This was the last version of the 3500 before the 500 set was introduced. It has the more modern 4" dial. The handset is the G1 that was used on the 500. The transition period between the 300 set to the 500 sets was relatively short, consequently none of the 3500 set variations are particularly common. These are probably one of the most overlooked collectibles today
$109.00
OSLO PHONE BLACK (OSLO)
Oslo phone made in Norway has bells like a woodwall phone; converts into a wall/desk; practical and durable to use daily.
$95.00
W.E. 352 WALL (WE35W)
Western Electric 352 wall. This is the wall version of the famous 300 set. It is also one of the first phones that used a plastic other than bakelite. The smooth simple styling makes a wonderfully underappreciated Art Deco statement. These phones very built to be very durable and will give you many years of eye catching service.
$145.00
EUROPEAN HIBOY (EHO2)
Short version of the Hiboy. This is a version of the Hi-boy that we modify here. We found that many customers like the classic European look of the Hi-boy but found the original Hi-boy too bulky. We have taken the oringinal Hi-boy removed the magneto, and shortened the case. The result a more compact example of a classic European telephone.
$139.00
NORTH GALION DESK (NGD)
1937 North Galion; OH desk phone. This was one of the independants answer to the Western Electric 300 set. The phone has a wide base similar to the Nothern Electric counterpart and the soft curves of the 300 design of the Henry Dreyfus. The result a unique and delightful example of some of the finest that Art Deco has to offer.
$163.00
NORTH GALION WALL (NGWAL)
North Galion wall made in Galion; OH. This was one of the independants answer to the Western Electric 352. This phone was a slightly more compact design than its Western Electric counterpart. These phones had a screw and hinge mounting the front case of the phone to the back. This made the phone very easy to work on as all that was required was to remove a single screw and the phone could be swung open for easy maintenance.
$132.00
N.E. DESK 1937 (NE37D)
Northern Electric 1937 desk set. Also known as Model 1. This phone was made by Northern Electric the Canadian subsidiary of the Bell system. This was the Canadian version of the famous 300 set that was designed by Henry Dreyfuss. The wider base allows for gently sloping pyramid shape that many people find even more eye appealing than the Dreyfus design. This phone is a beautiful example of understated elegance in Art Deco.
$160.00
N.E. WALL (NEWAL)
Northern Electric wall phone. Also known as NE's Model 2. Western Electric was the supplier to the Bell system in the United States. The Canadian subsidiary was Northern Electric. Many of the phones that they made for the Canadian market were somewhat different from their American counterparts.
$124.00
SC DESK STEEL (SCSD2)
Stromberg Carlson steel phone. Cases on most have been repainted. Has metal finger wheel.
$163.00
AE 40 DESK (AE40)
AE 40; In 1937 Automatic Electric introduced the model 40. This Art Deco classic was a mainstay of the company for many years. Its clean crisp design was found from homes to boardrooms anywhere the independent phone companies operated.
$174.00
AE 34 DESK (AE34)
AE 34. Introduced in 1934, this was Automatic Electric's competition to the Western Electric 300. And compete it did. The phone speaks of refined elegance. The graceful brass banded handset can easily be envisioned in the parlor of one of the movers and shakers of the 1930's. The polished brass dial sets off the beautiful gleaming bakelite. This phone comes with authentically styled cloth cords. This is a rare and desirable piece for the discriminating connoisseur' of Art Deco. <b> These are really scarce, so please call for availablilty.</B> <b><I>SOLD OUT</B></I>
$359.00
AE 50 WALL (AE50)
AE 50 This is the wall version of the model 40. It is often referred to as the "juke box" phone because of its shape. This is a very fine example of Art Deco that is sure to catch the eye
$178.00
W.E. DESK 300 SET STEEL (ST300)
1940 WE 300 set desk.This is probably the most famous of the designs that famed architect and designer Henry Dreyfus did for Western Electric. The smooth graceful lines effected the design of telephone for at least 2 decades beyond its introduction. The phones were not only nice to look at they were very well built. Ma bell expected to collect rent on these for many years so when they were built they were built to last.
We supplied one of these to Dreamworks for the film The Road to Perdition starring Tyler Hoechlin, Rob Maxey, Liam Aiken, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Tom Hanks, Paul Newman, and Daniel Craig.
We supplied one of these to Dreamworks for the film The Road to Perdition starring Tyler Hoechlin, Rob Maxey, Liam Aiken, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Tom Hanks, Paul Newman, and Daniel Craig.
$158.00
AE40 OFFICE AS 2-LINE (AE402)
AE 402 This is a variation of the Automatic Electric model 40. This phone has 2 line capabilities. It rings on line 1 and buzzes on line 2. This was probably one of the most elegant office phones ever offered.
$250.00
AE 40 DESK AS AN EXT. (AE40E)
AE 40 office type phone. The AE 40 was made in many variations. This was intended to be used in an office. Here we have rewired the phone so it can be used as an extension on typical single line home phone systems.
$195.00
K PYRAMID NONDIAL (PYRND)
1932 Kellogg Pyramid nondial, very art deco. With warbler & cloth cords.
$123.00
KELLOGG PYRAMID W/DIAL (PYRWD)
Same phone as 1932 Kellogg Pyramid with dial added to exterior. With warbler and mini network.
$157.00
WE SPACE SAVER-METAL NONDIAL (SISP)
Western Electric metal nondial spacesaver. These were made from 1930-1957. These phones were popular in taverns and other locations where answer only capabilities were desired. The phones are very robust and compact. They mount easily under a bar or counter with the included mounting bracket. Because of their compact size they do not have a ringer. If a ringer is desired see our Ringer Box, Mounts & Clamps page. Comes with mounting bracket.
$99.00
KELLOGG SPACE SAVER (KSP)
Kellogg Spacesaver. This is Kellogg's version of the Western Electric space saver shown above. The unit is very similar to the Western Electric except these have a little fancier handset. The phone does not have a ringer due to its small size. The phone is quite robust and will mount readily under any bar or counter where answer only capabilities are required.
$95.00