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Reference pictures: Mk IV Console (1996)

Back with another post with more identifications! Today I have multiple to share with you.

First to share is the football shaped light vent. I have identified this to be something called a
"Oval Elliptical Flower Frog Metal Cage Floral Arrangement DAZEY"
I just bought this for my console build I'm working on so that's awesome.

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This measures 8in horizontally exactly, and about 3.5in tall to my estimations which fits well on my 3d plans for this console!
I will update these dimensions with exact mm once I receive this through the mail


Yours Truly,
Artixc
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First Post ever , I just want to add that I recently Identified the throttle lever used on this console as the "H D Smith & Co Perfect Handle Adjustable Monkey Wrench 10 1/2"
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Hope this helps those that love this console as much as I do :)
(Sorry about the 2 year necro-post lol)

Yours Truly,
Artixc
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Just need a hose spray nozzle, * need the hand guard of the Nozzle for the hand Break.
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Ebay description:
Vintage Brass Airline Nozzle 129-B

This listing is for a brass nozzle with aluminum handle. It is stamped 129-B.

Thank you for your researches, Artixc🍺
 
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Vintage Schlage Atomic Starburst Door knob escutcheon plate.
$75. USD
New old stock with original packaging. Kwikset brand. Made of pressed sheet brass. Weighs 3 oz with max thickness of 3/8 inch. See photos for dimensions. Hole in center has inner diameter of 2 inches and outer diameter of 2 1/2 inches. This is the space that the door knob will fit into. Measure your door to ensure the width and height of the star will fit. Apparently, has not been used. I cleaned with Brasso and the results were very good. This plate will last another 60 years on your mid-century house. Lays flat.
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$75. USD
New old stock with original packaging. Kwikset brand. Made of pressed sheet brass. Weighs 3 oz with max thickness of 3/8 inch. See photos for dimensions. Hole in center has inner diameter of 1.9 inches and outer diameter of 2.2 inches. This is the space that the door knob will fit into. Measure your door to ensure the width and height of the star will fit. Apparently, has not been used. I cleaned with Brasso and the results were very good. This plate will last another 60 years on your mid-century house. Lays flat.
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$59.99 USD
Vintage brass door plate up for bid and sold as is. New old stock. Old and original guaranteed. Barn fresh not cleaned. Shows wear and use as shown. It does have some tarnished spots. No returns, happy bidding! Buyer to pay actual shipping, payment due within three days. Sale is for the 1 plate as shown, there are no door knobs. Sold for parts or fix up.
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These listings are currently available at eBay.
 
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So I recently purchased a set of Vintage Radio Faceplates (Escutcheons) off eBay. One of them looks just like one seen on the 1996 Movie Console.
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" W & H Co. " is inscribed on the inside of the escutcheon.

Original description: "Large Lot of Vintage Radio Faceplates, Knobs, Atwater Kent, Philco, etc."

* Also because in the Architectural Salvage market it is really hard to buy specific door knobs I purchased a Proxy Knob for my Tardis part collection.

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In the Home renovation business you sometimes have to strive for "close enough" instead of "exact".
 
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Vintage Betts glass tail light lens
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This item looks very similar to a part on the TARDIS. The one on the console looks a little more longer/larger etc.

Ebay item description:

"Vintage Betts glass tail light lens up for bid and sold as is. Old and original guaranteed. Shows wear and use as shown. It does have some nice it chips on the outer rim edge. I am not sure if this motorcycle or automotive. Measures about 2.25 inches in diameter. Barn fresh not cleaned. Not tested. Buyer to pay actual shipping, payment due within three days. No returns, happy bidding! Sold for parts or fix up. Sale is for the 1 glass lens as shown. None on eBay like this."

I found the above item to be a little pricey 😞

I found these to be more economic to my budget.

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Vintage Cobalt Blue Motorcycle Tail Light Turn Signal Beehive Lens L-450

2-1/2" in diameter at the base, 1-1/2" high
Used, good condition, no chips or cracks
 
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So the above console component is of extreme interest for me to have identified. I haven't found it 😔.... I've found something close........


Tinsley, H. & Co. Ltd.
Potentiometer

3184-D
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Dimensions
Note: These reflect the general size for storage and are not necessarily representative of the object's true dimensions.

Length
36.9 cm
Width
26.7 cm
Height
22.9 cm
--This is the closest to the one on the console. The large disc in on the inside on this model. The one on the console has the disc visible on the top of the device.--

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Manufacturer
TINSLEY, H. & CO. LTD.
Model
3184D
Location
London, England

General description
WOOD CASING/ METAL CONTROL PANEL/ SYNTHETIC (BAKELITE) KNOBS/ SYNTHETIC WINDOW/ LEATHER HANDLE/ RUBBER FEET/ PAPER SCHEMATIC
Dimensions
Note: These reflect the general size for storage and are not necessarily representative of the object's true dimensions.

Length
37.0 cm
Width
29.2 cm
Height
24.8 cm

Other Models with similar designs:
H Tinsley & Co Ltd London S·E·25 (1964) Thermocouple Potentiometer type 4604C

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Not the exact same item...... But it looks like it is the same sort of item.

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H. TINSLEY THERMOCOUPLE POTENTIOMETER Type 4606C, 1950's

A thermocouple consists of two junctions of dissimilar metals. If the two Junctions are at different temperatures a voltage is produced which, for small temperature differences and accuracy was measured using a potentiometer. To achieve absolute temperature measurement one of the junctions must be kept at a known temperature, often by melting ice.

The thermocouple potentiometer removes the inconvenience of having to use melting ice for each measurement by measuring the temperature of the reference junction. The measured temperature can then be corrected to the standard cold junction temperature of 0 degrees C.

Basic operation of a thermocouple, measurement by a potentiometer with ice as a reference

A1486

Vintage Strain Mesuring Bridge H. Tinsley & Co Ltd
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The Vintage Strain Measuring Bridge by H. Tinsley & Co Ltd is a rare and collectible scientific instrument that would have been used for measuring strain in various materials. This piece of equipment is a testament to the craftsmanship and precision of the past, showcasing the engineering capabilities of its time.

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A fine vintage precision scientific instrument by H. Tinsley & Co. Ltd, London SE25 – the Strain Measuring Bridge, Type 4907 S.
Housed in its original solid mahogany carrying case with leather handle and fitted interior.
Features include Bakelite control knobs, galvanometer sensitivity selector, and engraved dial marked “Switch Pat No 616684”.

Originally used for laboratory strain-gauge measurements and bridge circuit calibration.
A superb example of British engineering from the mid-20th century.


Dimensions:
Approx. 27 cm × 25 cm × 17 cm (closed).


Many of the same design elements suggest that I found the same company. We know that there was a Canadian distribution of Tinsley products.
 
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ChrisCraft TollyCraft solid brass deck clamshell vent scoop.

Vintage brass clamshell deck vent from I think a Tolly only because it was in a box with a TollyCraft badge and some other items. Really heavy.

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This sourcing research really makes me appreciate Richard Hudolin's design work all the more. Finding all these diverse objects and putting them together in a way that looks like that's what they were designed for.
 
This sourcing research really makes me appreciate Richard Hudolin's design work all the more. Finding all these diverse objects and putting them together in a way that looks like that's what they were designed for.
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I love that the hand break is a monkey wrench for when the Doctor has thrown a spanner in the works,
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and the fact a 'decade bridge' is on the controls of a time machine =D
It is a kind of poetry.
 
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Rare & Vintage-General Radio Type 193, Decade Bridge(R,L,C)prototype, 1927 | eBay
Ebay
The product is a rare and vintage General Radio Type 193 decade bridge prototype from 1927. This testing equipment is specifically designed for measuring resistance values with high accuracy, featuring a decade bridge circuit to precisely calibrate and inspect various electronic components. As a sought-after piece in the world of radio and electrical testing, this vintage General Radio instrument holds historical significance and utility for professionals in the field of measurement and inspection. A rare find for a serious collector of vintage instruments.

Sold for $249.00 USD
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Well, now we know who is hording Decade Bridges and driving up the price. Lol

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17" X 10.5" X 5"
Source: World Radio History
1919 General Radio catalog https://share.google/KIFYrDqoYHkRYYoF8

Bonus Leeds and Northrop catalog
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Figure 2: Resistance Decade Bridge
This decade bridge is a form of Wheatstone bridge, a device to measure electrical resistance. This bridge provides two of the four arms of the complete Wheatstone circuit, and the unknown and a standard resistor had to be added. A battery and galvanometer were also attached externally
 
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On the option of trying to make this lever functional by adapting a similar lever device. For those of you who want controls that do something..... These sorts of things exist.

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Vintage item
Die-cast base
WORKS GREAT
TURNS SMOOTHLY

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Looking at the Clamshell vents on the console.
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The modern/refurbished console has larger clamshell vents.(*Also the RCA RADIOLA 18 / W & H Co. escutcheon on the refurbished console, has been rotated 90 degrees.)
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I think the smaller vents might be closer to original on the console during the filming of the Doctor Who movie.

Price difference:
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(Prices for one each) *I recommend buying a set
 
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So the above console component is of extreme interest for me to have identified. I haven't found it 😔.... I've found something close........


Tinsley, H. & Co. Ltd.
Potentiometer

3184-D
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Dimensions
Note: These reflect the general size for storage and are not necessarily representative of the object's true dimensions.

Length
36.9 cm
Width
26.7 cm
Height
22.9 cm
--This is the closest to the one on the console. The large disc in on the inside on this model. The one on the console has the disc visible on the top of the device.--

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Manufacturer
TINSLEY, H. & CO. LTD.
Model
3184D
Location
London, England

General description
WOOD CASING/ METAL CONTROL PANEL/ SYNTHETIC (BAKELITE) KNOBS/ SYNTHETIC WINDOW/ LEATHER HANDLE/ RUBBER FEET/ PAPER SCHEMATIC
Dimensions
Note: These reflect the general size for storage and are not necessarily representative of the object's true dimensions.

Length
37.0 cm
Width
29.2 cm
Height
24.8 cm

Other Models with similar designs:
H Tinsley & Co Ltd London S·E·25 (1964) Thermocouple Potentiometer type 4604C

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Not the exact same item...... But it looks like it is the same sort of item.

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H. TINSLEY THERMOCOUPLE POTENTIOMETER Type 4606C, 1950's

A thermocouple consists of two junctions of dissimilar metals. If the two Junctions are at different temperatures a voltage is produced which, for small temperature differences and accuracy was measured using a potentiometer. To achieve absolute temperature measurement one of the junctions must be kept at a known temperature, often by melting ice.

The thermocouple potentiometer removes the inconvenience of having to use melting ice for each measurement by measuring the temperature of the reference junction. The measured temperature can then be corrected to the standard cold junction temperature of 0 degrees C.

Basic operation of a thermocouple, measurement by a potentiometer with ice as a reference

A1486

Vintage Strain Mesuring Bridge H. Tinsley & Co Ltd
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The Vintage Strain Measuring Bridge by H. Tinsley & Co Ltd is a rare and collectible scientific instrument that would have been used for measuring strain in various materials. This piece of equipment is a testament to the craftsmanship and precision of the past, showcasing the engineering capabilities of its time.

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A fine vintage precision scientific instrument by H. Tinsley & Co. Ltd, London SE25 – the Strain Measuring Bridge, Type 4907 S.
Housed in its original solid mahogany carrying case with leather handle and fitted interior.
Features include Bakelite control knobs, galvanometer sensitivity selector, and engraved dial marked “Switch Pat No 616684”.

Originally used for laboratory strain-gauge measurements and bridge circuit calibration.
A superb example of British engineering from the mid-20th century.


Dimensions:
Approx. 27 cm × 25 cm × 17 cm (closed).


Many of the same design elements suggest that I found the same company. We know that there was a Canadian distribution of Tinsley products.

Found another period H. Tinsley & Co Ltd device: Veritable Condenser Type 3553
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Look at the connectors under the dials. Under the top three knob dials on the prop used in the Movie.
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1678 - Variable condenser
ID:
1678
Maker's Name:
H. Tinsley & Co.
Where made:
England
Dimensions:
13 × 21 × 21.8 cm

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1714 - Variable condenser type 3553 PLUQ C. 546
ID:
1714
Maker's Name:
H. Tinsley & Co.
Where made:
England
Dimensions:
23 × 21 × 13 cm
 
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Possible match or search terms to find a similar clock face
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Description:
Vintage French Mantle Clock Movement, bezel & dial
119mm diameter of front outer bezel
case hole measurement minimum 107mm diameter
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