Watling Rol-A-Top mechanism wanted

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Watling Rol-A-Top mechanism wanted

Postby Lol » Sun Sep 23, 2018 8:28 am

Living in the UK it is almost impossible to find Watling parts. I know in the USA it is also difficult but there is more than a chance there than here. I have been looking for a Watling Rol-A-Top mechanism for almost two years. Any denomination will do as long as the mechanism and escalator are complete.

I will be staying in Laguna Woods, California for the first two weeks of October. I would be willing to drive around 100 miles to pick one up and take it home with me. I can offer $1,000.00. This is just for a complete mechanism. I know what complete Rol-A-Tops sell for in un-restored condition so I hope someone will consider my offer. If you have a R.A.T. mechanism for sale or know someone that does then please send me a PM.

Fingers crossed, thanks, Lol (Laurence)
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Re: Watling Rol-A-Top mechanism wanted

Postby clubconsoles » Mon Sep 24, 2018 2:44 pm

Good luck with your search, Laurence.
I reckon you might be better to buy a whole machine with rough /broken castings top get what you want?
are you going to Morphys in Vegas by any chance?
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Re: Watling Rol-A-Top mechanism wanted

Postby Lol » Mon Sep 24, 2018 4:15 pm

Hi Nigel
Yes that is a good suggestion but $1,000.00 is my maximum for just a mechanism. A machine would have to have all the castings damaged and then some other damage as well. Sticking to California on this trip as my mum is having major surgery whilst I am there. That is why I am visiting so I don't want to stray to far.
Best, Laurence
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Re: Watling Rol-A-Top mechanism wanted

Postby clubconsoles » Tue Sep 25, 2018 1:53 am

Hi laurence.
Ahh, I see.
Hope all goes well for your mum with her surgery.
We will meet sometime again, i am sure!
Maybe at auction UK / US?
Did you know Elephant house is starting up again after Glorias Cancer scare.
First auction is 18th November!
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