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Wanted:  ARTECHO or APOLLO Reproducing player piano parts, also Recordo parts and Recordo trackerbar. Please contact balcomjl@staff.ednet.ns.ca if you have any of these parts for sale. -- (Posted 8 February 10)

For Sale:  1928 Chickering Player Baby Grand Piano is in excellent condition. Model 59. Bought in 1928 by mother in law and has been maintained well. Ampico player was completely rebuilt in the 1970's. Bench goes with it along with many music rolls. We are moving and cannot keep it. Have appraisal for $10,000 to $12,000 and know will not get that much but it is beautiful and sounds great so would like a decent price. We have pictures. 252.823.2431 or lcpoitras@gmail.com -- (Posted 21 January 10)

For Sale:  Must sell take advantage of this offering. Art deco style case and beautiful mahogany wood. Mechanics need to be restored. Keys are good and all intact. Great sound, selling due to downsizing. Any reasonable offers considered. Will send pics if interested. MAKE AN OFFER!! missinthevillage@wmconnect.com -- (Posted 21 January 10)

For Sale in UK   for limited time otherwise shipping to new home in USA 1974 Mason & Hamlin Medium Walnut 5'10" Grand with factory fitted PianoCorder converted to play floppies via Yamaha MDF2. New base strings. 3000+ songs on discs. £12500.00 1924 Seeburg L. Little use since total restoration. Like New £8500.00 Phone USA 941 258 5289. -- (Posted 21 January 10)

For Sale:  Weber DuoArt Art case reproducing Grand piano, #78413. Case original condition, player assembly has been rebuilt and the piano restrung August 2009, 5 year warranty. Includes original bench and 250+ DuoArt reproducing rolls. This is a beautiful piano hand carved in Italy, made of walnut w/burled walnut panels. $20,000 OBO. Pictures available upon request. Linda Braun (937)239-2842 vagabrauns@hotmail.com. -- (Posted 21 January 10)

For Sale:   Ampico Duo-Art Player System. Completely restored within the last 10 years. Will fit in Steinways. All linkage and parts included. Will ship UPS. Price: $500 plus shipping. If interested, please contact Joe Illos at Illos Piano Rebuilders, Buffalo, NY. 716-832-0013 or joe@illos.com -- (Posted 21 January 10)

For Sale:  Seeburg G Orchestrion in very good condition. Located in Northwestern Wisconsin. High quality photos available upon request. Please email ajstorrs@gmail.com to discuss further. -- (Posted 21 January 10)

For Sale:  500+ piano rolls for sale in Northern Minnesota. The majority of these rolls are Aeolian Duo- Art and Ampico Reproducer. Other manufacturers include Aeolian, American Piano Co., Deluxe, Imperial Player Roll Co., Melodee, Melody, QRS, Supertone, The Cable Co., Universal Music Co., Autopiano Co., Welte-Mignon, and others. All rolls are for 88- note pianos, and are mostly classical music. Nearly all are original rolls in original boxes. This collection was well- stored, leaving the vast majority of these rolls in good and playable condition. Please visit the "Equipment" page at www.farqpro.com for a complete listing of titles, prices, and further information. Direct inquiries may be made by using the contact page at the website. Also accepting offers for large lots or the entire collection, and all reasonable offers will be considered. I'm hoping to find a home for these where they will be appreciated and cared for. Thank you for reading! Email: james@ogoiops.com -- (Posted 11 January 10)

Wanted:  O-Roll Spool Frame -- I need the complete setup. Will pay generously for a rebuilt original. Email: wagner@ourtoolbox.com -- (Posted 11 January 10)

For Sale:  I have a Jos. Fudvoye E. Mazzoletti barrel piano. It is in very good shape to have been built in the early 1900's. The barrel turns and plays music although I could not tell you what songs! The manufactures tag indicates it was built by Mazzoletti who's "place" was DeLa Reine, 1&2 Bruxelles, Belgium. We have had the piece over 20 years but are downsizing homes and really will not have enough room for it in the new house. I have not established a price, but will consider any reasonable offer. I live in central Florida and since the piano is very large, freight would be a consideration. I also have pictures if someone would like to have them emailed. Contact kiethh@embarqmail.com -- (Posted 11 January 10)

For Sale:  Ampico Duo-Art Player System. Completely restored within the last 10 years. Will fit in Steinways. All linkage and parts included. Will ship UPS. Price: $1000 plus shipping. If interested, please contact Joe Illos at Illos Piano Rebuilders, Buffalo, NY. 716-832-0013 or joe@illos.com -- (Posted 7 December 09)

Wanted  Bench to match a 1927 Walnut Knabe Louis XVI Artcase Piano. Also looking for Ampico Roll cabinets, Rolls, Fox Trots, Blues, Ragtime, Popular Music, No classical please. Contact: rpurvis19446@comcast.net -- (Posted 10 November 09)

Wanted:  Looking for rolls for a Wilcox & White Symphony Player Organ. Send e-mail: cfreeman2@sbcglobal.net -- (Posted 10 November 09)

Wanted:  A good friend is in need of circa 1906 Orchestrelle V internal parts. It’s a mechanical linkage single valve machine. I have offered to try to locate them for him. He needs the windchests the reed banks plug into, linkages, spool box glass, etc. If you have any Orchestrelle V parts for sale please email me at: smccaskill@kc.rr.com or write to me at:  Stuart McCaskill, 6824 N. Bellenfontaine Avenue, Gladstone, MO 64119. You may also call me at:  816-452-0948. -- (Posted 10 November 09)

For Sale:  I have some Ampico dancing lessons piano rolls -- SOLD!

For Sale:   - 9 MSR rolls - plus 1 H roll. Highest amount over $500.00 takes them all. Contact bobbl@cox.net for complete list of roll numbers and 49 songs. A rare find! -- (Posted 14 October 09)

For Sale:  The piano is an upright player made by C. Kurtzmann & Co. in Buffalo, NY. It was probably made between 1900 and 1920. The player action is complete and has been modified with an electric vacuum so it can be played with the manual foot treadles or electrically. The piano is original with the exception of the electric vacuum. It needs a complete restoration, to include the piano and player actions. It has a moveable "Rinky-Tink Strap" to give the piano a "Ragtime" sound when appropriate. When restored, it will be an outstanding musical instrument and furniture piece. Price: $750. Will deliver in Central Texas for an addition $250. Reply to txtechgrad@juno for more information. -- (Posted 14 October 09)

For Sale:  Aeolian Metrostyle Pianola 65 note piano player (vorsetzer) with approximately 150 rolls. Complete information and detailed pictures available at http://www.samplesitedesign.com/pianola/. Other items available also. -- (Posted 1 October 09)

For Sale:  Beautiful Niendorf-Welte (Welte green T98, built in 1924) grand piano. It is in an exquisite original condition. The Welte mechanism works good – however a renovation would surely be worth. The piano itself is in a unique condition as well – soundboard, pinblock as well as frame are without damages. The action incl. the hammer felts are like new. 10 Welte green rolls are with the piano. I have more rolls to offer if you want to buy more. I can offer shipment to many places in the world, please ask for the costs – which are depending on buyers location. In youtube there are two videos of this piano. My website www.faszinationklaviere.de also has some information. -- (Posted 1 October 09)

For Sale:  Langdorff and Fils Swiss coin operated music box with dancing dolls. 8in cylinder with four bells, 8 tunes. Rosewood grained case with glass front door with fretwork panel. Cracks to fretwork, various abrasions to case. Two sets of dolls, only one of the four appears to be original. Possible restoration to drawer receiving change. Music box appears fully operational. 20 3/4" Height x 21" Width x 15 1/2" Depth. Provenance - estate of Dr. Edgar Shepard of Atlanta, a known early clock and musical box collector. 19th century. Will be sold at auction without reserve on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009, Case Antiques, Inc., Auctions & Appraisals, Knoxville, Tennessee. Estimate $2500-3500, opening bid $1200. Photo at: http://caseantiques.com/page/antiques/Langdorff%20and%20Fils%20Swiss%20coin%20operated%20music%20box   More information: www.caseantiques.com -- (Posted 21 September 09)

For Sale:  45 old rolls from HUPFELD CLAVITIST ORCHESTRION, 27 old KUHL and KLATT PNEUMA ACCORDION rolls including original test roll, I also have some other rolls for sale from POPPER and HUPFELD ANIMATIC S, more information by email Reply to: dance-organ-parts@t-online.de -- (Posted 21 September 09)

Wanted:  Decorative Railing for the Cabaret - (Aeolian) Modern Player Piano. I'm missing the two decorative brass pieces that are next to the key board. Also any or all of the brass post or railing as well. Does anyone have these items that they would sell? Reply to: rwoodbell@yahoo.com -- (Posted 21 September 09)

For Sale:  Rare Kuhl & Klatt German high back orchestrion with xylophone and percussion in oak case. Currently playing G rolls but can be reconfigured back to original. Complete and playing but will need restoration. I am including an additional K&K piano at no extra charge for parts, although this piano is also complete and restorable if you choose. I was going to use it for the roll box and tracker bar. Included are 10 Pneuma rolls. I also have an additional 30+ rolls that I will sell separately. Both pianos for $8000. Call Don at (310) 795-9144. -- (Posted 27 August 09)

For Sale:  Mass-Rowe carillon 21 note brass tubes with roll player amp. pickup etc and also a pianocoder player-with remote and key board to recorder the computer could play other instruments carillon was removed from a church and used as a super door bell with the roll player this is a once in a lifetime deal. Tubular chimes play as struck by piston. Manufacturer is still in business. Hammers great addition to any music room collection selling way below investment. Email sfortune@suite224.net -- (Posted 27 August 09)

For Sale:  George Steck, 5' 6" Aeolian Duo-Art Baby Grand Piano. Serial # 65429 The piano is in good shape. The player runs but makes very little sound. Rolls included. Located near the Bourne Bridge, Cape Cod, MA. All offers considered. Please respond to: piano@us-email.net -- (Posted 20 August 09)

For Sale:  1912 Aeolian DUO/ART Baby Grand Player Piano. This Piano in Located near Detroit Michigan. The Piano is in Excellent Condition and Comes with 400 music Rolls. The asking price for the Piano and all Rolls $3,000 or Best offer. The Phone # is 519-824-8055 or 519-823-3402 ask for Doug or Marjorie. You can also contact me at: dougho@trios.com -- (Posted 20 August 09)

Wanted:  Wind/Rewind mechanism for Ampico A mechanism. If the Air motor, spoolbox etc are included this is acceptable though gears and associated parts definitely required. All costs and shipping will be promptly paid for delivery London UK. paulsalmon@btinternet.com -- (Posted 20 August 09)

Wanted:  Automatic G-746 Roll, starts off with "Yes Sir, That's My Baby." Just bought my first nickelodeon and want to start off with my favorite song. Thanks. Email: bubba2u@optonline.net -- (Posted 20 August 09)

Wanted:  Gulbransen 3 tier Action (only), any condition, including too far gone to restore. Email to: cptphys@hotmail.com -- (Posted 9 August 09)

For Sale:  Aeolian Player Pipe Organ, Opus 1345, 3 manual, 40 ranks, Devtronix MIDI interface. Organ originated in the John Spreckels mansion (now the Glorietta Bay Inn) in Coronado, CA. Meticulously restored and in excellent playing condition. Located in my home in central California. Details may be found on my Aeolian web page. Serious inquiries only: (916) 487-9198. -- (Posted 21 July 09)

For Sale:  I am advertising my elderly Uncle's 1910 player piano. It's oak, with claw feet, and in incredible shape! It's a Heintzman & Co. [German Made] and the company is known for quality. When it plays, it sounds really wonderful! He also has over 100 authentic player piano music rolls from the same era, in incredible, like new condition. Some have beautiful artwork on them. He wants to sell the rolls separately, because there are so many, but for the right price I might persuade him to sell it all as a package. My Uncle is sizing down, and now wants to sell this incredble collection. He lives in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. We are accepting offers on it all. Player pianos are very hard to find in great condition, as well as music rolls, so please, make an offer if you are interested. If you want photo's, please e-mail - mucha123@shaw.ca -- (Posted 21 July 09)

For Sale:  I have free an old Howard player piano the piano i -- SOLD!

For Sale:  I am located in the Dallas, Texas area and have an antique MILTON player piano. It was re-conditioned and electrified when we bought it years ago. It still plays great, has the "rinky-tink" attachment and comes with 25 rolls and the matching bench. Asking $2500...you pick up. Sandy 972 870-5225 or goldenpenny@verizon.net -- (Posted 26 June 09)

For Sale:  Wurlitzer 4 in 1 valve covers, Castings are unfinished, new condition, Nineteen available, Twenty dollars each plus shipping. Contact Brian at wblackjack49@aol.com -- (Posted 26 June 09)

For Sale:  Offering a Chickering Grand Piano with Ampico Player, Serial No 157789. Player is Working, Rebuilt 1994. Dimension 38" Tall x 54" Wide x 64" Long. Located in Natick, MA. View images at http://billsauctions.com/images/piano. Please contact Bill@BillsAuctions.com with Offers. -- (Posted 26 June 09)

For Sale:  Ampico Player rolls for Sale. You may view images at http://billsauctions.com/images/rolls. Contents match Labels. Please contact Bill@BillsAuctions.com with Offers. -- (Posted 26 June 09)

For Sale:  145 different pieces of 65 note piano rolls and 4 pieces of 88 note piano rolls. Wagner, Liszt, Chopin, Schumann, Verdi, Bizet etc. (Detailed list available in email.) Buyer have to pay shipping from Hungary, European Union. Prices depends quantity. (I prefer to get rid of them as a lot, but will sell individual pieces, too.) I would be interested in Hupfeld's 73-note piano rolls (phonola/phonoliszt), if you have any surplus of them, just make me an offer. multiplikato@citromail.hu -- (Posted 26 June 09

For Sale:  I have approx. 35 pristine condition rolls for a Popper Orchestrion -- SOLD!

For Sale:  I have a Leonard and Co. Player Piano. It is a beautiful upright. It does need to be restored. Wood is solid and maybe original finish unknown. Some ivory from 5 keys are off the tops, but have found two of them and keys work great except three. The three function, but small sound comes when pressed. The three not working properly are all black keys. All ivory keys play beautifully. I believe this is dated between 1918-1926, but not certain of exact age. I believe most everything is here, just needs some TLC and this will be such a wonderful piece of history. I can see the tubes will need restored. I am selling as is. I can deliver depending on where you are located. Also, if finally selling price is over $2000, I will pay to ship it to you. If under $2,000, you will need to pay all shipping or pickup. Don't miss this awesome deal. Just don't have the time to restore it myself. If interested, you can email me at blondage1972@yahoo.com and I will get right back to you. Please send any offers. This needs a new home and someone who will put the love into it to have a very nice antique player piano. -- (Posted 3 June 09)

For Sale:  Faventia Hurdy Gurdy Barrel Piano Organ by Vicente Llinares Barcelona with Cart, Instruction Manual, Extra Music Roll, & Like New Organ Grinder Outfit. Can Be Operated Manually or Electric. In Great Condition With The Exception That The Plug Needs to Be Replaced as it Is Very Old And One of The Prongs Is Loose. Please Contact Sherry (830) 456- 5154 or email me at sherryg@ktc.com for more information or photos. -- (Posted 3 June 09)

For Sale:  George Steck 5' 6" Duo-Art Baby Grand # 65429 built 1921. Mahogany. I am a piano rebuilder and I recently bought this from the daughter of original owner who died leaving it to her. It was still in the same spot it was put in, in the living room in 1921. The piano needs restoration. has not had any work done to it at all. Completely intact, nothing missing. No scratches, no dents, no missing or loose veneer. It is in as good shape as you can find. $750 apollopianoco@gmail.com or call 508-839-9547 - Geoff Searles. -- (Posted 18 May 09)

For Sale:  Grotrian-Steinweg Player Piano with Hupfeld Solophonola system, built in 1921, black polished, playing very nicely. It is one of the rare models of Grotrian-Steinweg that has survived in its original condition. The player system has been overhauled by an expert – also the piano has been renovated. The Solophonola by Hupfeld ( Leipzig ) uses standard 88 rolls. I can give 25 rolls with different titles with the piano. It is located in Munich / Germany. On request I can also offer shipment to many places in the world. For details (photos and video) please visit http://www.faszinationklaviere.de/1253.html or send me an email. -- (Posted 18 May 09

For Sale:  1895 Aeolian Grand 58 note player reed organ. Ornate Victorian style, burled Walnut case, overall good original finish , with some small areas of veneer missing, and a couple areas of missing fretwork. I replaced pneumatics and some missing linkages about 15 years ago, and organ was playing well, but needs valves replaced now. Comes with some 58 note rolls. Email me for photos at: kennethknox2@msn.com. Asking $2500. Organ is located in Orange County California. -- (Posted 20 April 09)

For Sale:  Wurlitzer Casino Player Piano circa 1987. Model: 9500; Serial#: 1901673; Finish: Walnut. This piano is in very good condition with a good soundboard and includes the bench. The player continues to work flawlessly; includes 19 rolls of music. The piano is located in Greensboro, NC. Asking $1,500. LesB@triad.rr.com -- (Posted 7 April 09)

For Sale:  I have approximately 300, 66 note rolls. All are from 1897 to 1911. All in original boxes and in very very good condition. Many have more than one piece(tune). Mostly classical (long hair). I am just looking to cover my expenses and want these treasures to go to a worthy home. I bought an estate and only have an 88 player. These were in the mix of several hundred. I will give callers a spot listing of the titles as I have no complete list. I can e-mail hi quality pictures of them if you would like. $300 plus shipping for the lot. Will separate but this would be something we'd have to talk about. Call 716-754-7117 10 am. - 7 pm Est. Ask for Dave. -- (Posted 7 April 09)

For Sale:  Chickering Baby Grand with operational Ampico Player. Serial No. 155105. Twenty (20) moving boxes of Ampico rolls. Purchased in 1999 from orignial owners at estate sale in San Mateo Park, San Mateo, CA. Local celebrated concert pianist happened by this estate sale and sat down to play the piano and commented on the beautiful sound. Not tuned at that point! No broken or missing parts. Very good condition. $5,000. peletta@pacbell.net -- (Posted 7 April 09)

For Sale:  5' 9" Ellington Grand Piano with Welte reproducer. Professionally refinished and rebuilt. $4500. Call Ken at: 503-843-4061 or send email: ken440bear@aol.com -- (Posted 19 March 09)

Free:  Schumann upright player piano, of unknown age and origin. It worked about 20 years ago, but probably needs hoses replaced and a new finish now. 80 or so piano rolls included. Yours free if you can disassemble it and professionally move it out of a basement. Located in Chelmsford, MA outside Boston. Photo: http://www.chriscanfield.net/Offsite/BlogImages/picture1.jpg -- (Posted 19 March 09)

For Sale:  Ten Aeolian 176 note reproducing organ rolls -- SOLD!

For Sale:  Weber Duo-Art grand, #UR 81098 (1929) in original condition. Recently appraised and examined: sound board and bridges intact, Reproducing system original, Removable top action (late model) Art Deco case, mahogany veneer, Several boxes rolls included. Must sell due to move from northern New Jersey. Will take best offer- appraised at $1000. bmalachkalman@aol.com -- (Posted 19 March 09)

Wanted:  I am looking for a Pianocorder preferably a complete one. However I could make do with just a full set of solenoids if that is all that is available. I am located in London UK. paul.bell8@virgin.net -- (Posted 27 February 09)

For Sale:  Lester 5' 3 " Mahogany refurbished recordo player system. Refurbished mid 70's. Tarpon Springs, FL $4,950.00. Kelkrebes@tampabay.rr.com -- (Posted 27 February 09)

For Sale:  I have a circa 1905 Cecilian Piano Player for sale. Bought at auction but no time to really get into it at this point. Cabinet is in good shape, partially stripped. Inner workings will need to be completely restored as the vacuum lines are brittle and broken, all pneumatic cloth needs replacing and there is some damage to some of the wood pieces from rodents. However, the player appears to be complete and would be fun to restore or it could just be used for parts. Asking $300.00. Will help with shipping (deliver to dock) but buyer will have to make all arrangements for payment. Located in Greensboro, NC. nythawkk@bellsouth.net -- (Posted 27 February 09)

For Sale:  I have an upright Braumuller Player Piano. I think electric pump was added sometime in the early 1900's. Inside on the metal plate it reads: Braumuller Piano Co. Incorporated 1889 New York, U.S.A. No. 17,840. It measures 62" in width (top lid), and 28" depth. $1000+shipping. It's in Jackson, NJ 08527. Eminentsaint@aol.com -- (Posted 27 February 09)

For Sale:  1320 music rolls for sale. Rolls are from various manufactures (DeLuxe, QRS, A-R, Imperial, Connorized , U.S. Music, Atlas and others). Various Genres (Fox Trot, One Step, Thorme, Ballad and many more). Must sell as I am moving to a smaller place and don’t have the room to store them. All offers will be considered. Shipping from Zip Code 22026. If interested Hernandezjg@verizon.net. -- (Posted 18 February 09)

Wanted:  Seeking a restored Steinway Duo-Art Upright as a gift for my recently retired mother. Must be in good condition. Chicago area preferred. Contact Marc at 310-397-0075. -- (Posted 18 February 09)

For Sale:  $400.00 - A Hamilton Manualo player piano. The piano part works, the player mechanism needs to be restored. The dimensions of the piano are 56" high x 28" deep x 64" wide. The finish is dark mahogany. It comes with two large boxes of piano rolls. I am located in Frostproof, Florida (central Florida). I will provide a free overnight stay in our guest house for the couple who purchases the piano when you pick it up. tucsondon2@hughes.net or call 863-368-0238. -- (Posted 18 February 09)

For Sale:  Antique upright Lehr player piano for sale. This piano has been in my family for 3 generations but I can no keep this great old piano! I moved it to Marietta, Georgia several years ago, from my parent's home in eastern Pennsylvania. This piano was built in Easton, PA. The player mechanism & bellows were rebuilt by an expert, back in the 1990's and it works great. I have a large collection of antique and newer rolls. Best offer. drz-sauls@juno.com -- (Posted 11 February 09)

FREE  I'm offering for FREE to a good home, a 1917 P.A. Starck upright player piano (sn 44995). While the piano part works well, the player mechanism is quite weak and needs to be restored (won’t we all when we are almost 100 years old!!). The dimensions of the piano are about 55" high x 30" deep x 59" wide. The finish is dark striped mahogany. It must be removed VERY soon to make room for a different player piano. This is a fun old piano and I would hate to see it junked! Please rescue it!!! It’s FREE! If you are interested and would like to see photographs of it let me know. I'm in Orange, CA (Orange County, Southern California). Call 714-639-9291 or Pam@Suncharmer.Com. -- (Posted 11 February 09)

For Sale:  MILLS BOWFRONT VIOLANO. This fine instrument is one of 15 known to exist today worldwide. It was manufactured ca. 1915 by Mills Novelty Company. This may be the finest example available, and has been meticulously restored to showroom condition by the legendary Terry Haughawout. Every part has been polished and re-nickeled, all the brass in perfect, and the piano has been fully restored including re-pinning and new strings and hammers. The roll feeder has been overhauled and restored to new condition, and works perfectly. The violin is tuned to perfection, and Terry says it is possibly the finest and sweetest sounding Violin he has ever heard. The case if finished in Mahogany, and is virtually flawless. There are 9 new rolls included, and this machine has the latest technology installed for computerized automation. The wireless laptop will run any song or groups of songs that you can select, including new music from contemporary artists such as Beatles. All the period classics are also available, including classical, waltzes, marches, jazz, Christmas music, and blues. Mills offers over 5,000 titles that you can download to this system and play flawlessly on this gorgeous and entertaining machine. Another similar Bowfront has recently sold for $250,000 and we are prepared to offer this one for a short sale of $175,000. Please call Steve Gronow at 810-599-5147 or steviegronow@comcast.net. -- (Posted 6 January 09)

Wanted:  Molinari Organ. East Coast location preferred. Contact: cmolinari@choate.edu for more information. -- (Posted 6 January 09)

For Sale:  George Steck Aeolian DuoArt Baby Grand mechanical piano, circa 1929. Pictures are available, Missinthevillage@wmconnect.com for more information. Great sound, all original with bench and one roll. Mechanical part needs to be restored. -- (Posted 6 January 09)

For Sale:  I have an early Haines Brothers Ampico player piano, ser. # 65985. that I want to sell. Restoration was started on the player system but not completed. All the bellows have been recovered. The tubing still needs to be replaced for a complete restoration. The case is in decent condition and was refinished, but still needs some detailing to be extra nice. The wood is ribbon mahogany with a few minor nicks, be easy to repair. Looks like the piano action has never had any work on it. Will need the usual attention for an old piano. Can send pictures if interested. Piano is located in Oklahoma City, OK. Asking $ 1,500.00. will consider offers. rockydog73@aol.com or phone, 405-521-9046. -- (Posted 6 January 09)



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