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What 2 original stains are these? - marilynmonroe - 07-07-2013
I"m restoring my early 1936 Philco model 60 and what to make the cabinet look like these 2 color stains. What would you guys think would be the closest stains to match?
RE: What 2 original stains are these? - klondike98 - 07-07-2013
Stains were not used for Philco production, toning lacquers were used and are now available from Mohawk ( http://www.mohawk-finishing.com/catalog_browse.asp ) Here's a previous Phorum thread that might be helpful http://philcoradio.com/phorum/showthread.php?tid=3136&highlight=60B+color . When some of the more experienced folks read your question they will likely have some more specific help for you.
RE: What 2 original stains are these? - Ron Ramirez - 07-07-2013
As Bob (klondike98 ) said, you should use Mohawk toning lacquer - you will never get the right "look" from stains.
Also keep in mind the radio in your third photo was refinished improperly - it is too light overall.
Here is what I suggest - Medium Brown Walnut and Perfect Brown, both the "Ultra Classic" (dye) toners from Mohawk.
http://www.woodfinishersstore.com/mohawk-ultra-classic-toner/
This illustration might help.
[Image: http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k420/mrphilco/Phorum%20Stuff/60_refinish.jpg~original]
RE: What 2 original stains are these? - marilynmonroe - 07-07-2013
OK thank you Ron, I will post pictures when I get done. Also Ron what should I use to make it nice and shiny after the toner?
RE: What 2 original stains are these? - DKinYORKpa - 07-07-2013
Gloss lacquer. Your results will depend on the quality of your filler application. Rubbing out the lacquer is another story. They (the factory) didn't have time to rub them out, but they had the finishing down to an art.
RE: What 2 original stains are these? - Ron Ramirez - 07-07-2013
+1 what DK said.
RE: What 2 original stains are these? - marilynmonroe - 07-08-2013
KK thank you all for the input