Gabriel
Philco/Bendix badged Antonio Merloni machines....
This model was made by Antonio Merloni, being identified with the different filter cover, fascia arrangement- buttons, powder drawer interior, drum, door handle catch, door rim and door seal.
I cant see Philco having 2 different production lines to produce these low end machines although its not discountable. Perhaps they sold the tooling on to those who dealt with those whom took over Servis etc.
Trying to think of other machines that were similar but badged differently that were available cheap in the UK at the time these were made but cant think of any. (I mean like we had Electra and Servis)
Can only assume models were sold in other countries under other names.
Second machine in the picture seems to have the Philco door handle but I wonder if it was botched together as the A. Merloni ones are prone to breaking.
Like I say im not convinced Philco had 2 production lines making these and the regular models. Considering there was a 500rpm, No options 1 dial Philco/Bendix machine that had the true Bendix door, Round buttons and Philco drum.
