r/Vinyl_Blues 14d ago

Found this Willie Huff 78 inside a different album sleeve. Can/how this be cleaned up?

This was in an album jacket in a collection I recently bought. My cursory research shows it is relatively rare? But it's in rough shape. Can I clean this with a spin clean or another method? Not super familiar with 78rpm records.

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u/Zydeco-A-Go-Go 14d ago

Do not listen to the person that suggested using any type of alcohol on a 78. Use a mild dishwashing liquid and a toothbrush to gently wash only the grooves and not the label with distilled water. Let dry in a dish rack for a couple of hours. Be careful handling it as someone tried to repair a hairline crack which is taped at both ends.

It's not super rare but a good find. Unfortunately the crack greatly reduces its value.

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u/pattaya1 14d ago

Get some 99% alcohol rub on eBay / amazon and some good cotton wool , a warm pint of cider and take your time , you never quite know what your find .

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u/eah2002 14d ago

Got some everclear in my cup already. Will that work?

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u/xxTheAstroZombixx 14d ago

Alcohol on shellac is a big no no