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This phone is as authentic as a replica can be; even down to the mechanical ringing bells. Very solidly constructed & works well. Totally love it.Because if its weight & requires two hands to use, not too practical for lengthy phone calls though.
This replica that sits on my bar becomes the center of attention. The dial looks like the old rotary but is easy to access push buttons. Most remember the old movies with reporters running out of the court room and grabbing this model of phone. It is a well built replica with the weight and feel of the original phone (I am an old guy and I remember). You can hear very well because the receiver fits of over the ear. I also bought the replica Crosley pay phone.
This phone looks fantastic, the price is totally right and I, too, have no idea what one reviewer is referring to when he complains it's made of lightweight plastic. On the contrary, I was really pleased how heavy and absolutely solid and well-made this phone feels from top to bottom. I received far, far more than I expected and how often does that happen.
I love this phone not only is it in good working order it just looks AWSOME I really love that old look
In short, it's not only a trip down memory lane, but a solid instrument as well--rare in these days of cheap phones. In fact, it weighs a hefty 55 ounces, 3 and a half pounds. Unlike the reviewer whose phone was made of "light plastic," ours certainly is not. It goes beautifully with my rolltop desk and lifts my spirits as well. It rivals the phone of my childhood in being as heavy and as solidly constructed as the original was. It also has a volume control under the base which the original did not. Modern convenience with a traditional flavor leads us to say, we love it. We think you will, too.
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