Restoring a Philco 50-1724. The top has a gold scrollwork pattern that runs all around the edges. It's faded, and I can't tell what the original color of the top was. I've seen pictures that show it as a forest green, but I've also seen where it's described as a thin leather overlay. Anyone have any ideas? Here's a picture of one in good shape, but the three front knobs tell me this is not a 1724 - but the top looks to be the same.
50-1724 cabinet restoration
06-14-2021, 08:11 AM
Well, I guess I'm the only one who's encountered this issue with a cabinet. I'll keep searching and post anything I find.
06-14-2021, 12:02 PM
yep, I don't recall seeing a post on that issue.
06-14-2021, 08:08 PM
That kind of a "finish" was not uncommon from the 1920s on. Most, but not all, were faux leather. Some had graphics added some did not. In general, if you have such a radio and the "leather" is in OK shape I would not mess with it.
Somebody that does that graphics style like Buford Chister (speaker cones) could probably do a good job on the correct material (and color). Wurlitzer C-3 from 1924 pictured: Russ P.S. Maybe a little Armor-All. It might work, or make a mess, try it in a small area, hidden if possible.
06-15-2021, 08:35 AM
Thanks, Phlogiston -
That's very interesting how this finish was used way before - thanks for the picture. I would have never thought of Armor All. I will try it in a small corner and see. Another thought that occurs to me is the possibility of getting a stencil cut and reapplying the gold filagree if the original doesn't survive a gentle cleaning.
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