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Newbie gets old TV from estate sale...see photos
#1

Hi, I found this forum by accident while Googling a TV part number. I am not an antique TV enthusiast or Philco enthusiast (but I could be !). Anyway, I am a Texas home inspector that was inspecting a home where the elderly lady passed away. Her family was selling her things and I bought this old TV from them. It is a Philco model 5011443.

I have it sitting in my office, sort of afraid to plug it in and turn it on, thinking I might damage it. The family told me it operated but who knows how long that was ago.

Anyway comments welcome. What would you tell a newbie with this TV? Have it checked, and if so by whom? Plug it in and turn it on? etc, etc....My wife told me I paid too much but my buddies all love it. not sure what to do with this thing but I like looking at it.

Gene in Texas (Dallas)

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#2

First and most important... Don't plug it in and try it. That can be very bad. These sets are fairly easy to restore. Any set of this vintage will need all paper, electrolytic and micamold caps replaced. The picture tube will need to be tested. Email me for further info on restoration.

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#3

Hey Big Dave, thanks. Can you tell me the age of this unit and if this item has any dollar value ? I paid $50 for it. Can you send me your email address?
#4

Your set would be about a 1950 build. I can't put a dollar value on it. For what it's worth, I would have paid the same for an unrestored set. If you wish to have yours restored, please consider my services. You can find my email through my profile or through my website.

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