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Philco Model 118 Cathedral
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06-29-2024, 05:39 PM
Once again, the Philco Gods have smiled down upon me.  This time from a local Antique Mall. Model 118 in great shape with original grill cloth. Stole it for only $36.00 !!!            


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Philco's 
86 Low Boy     71B      42-321T
90 High Boy    52B      46-1203
95 High Boy    118B     48-214     
112X Console     60B       48-206
118X Console     84B       49-506
41-608P Console   610B   76 High Boy
41-265 Console   37-89B   370LZ
52GC                38-35B
20 Baby Grand   38-10T
70 Baby Grand   41-221CI

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06-29-2024, 05:59 PM
Wow. $36! That is the deal of the century indeed!
Congrats!
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06-29-2024, 10:00 PM
Great snag! I wouldn't be able to get the money out of my wallet fast enough! Looking forward to your restoration thread and your progress. Now, go buy a lottery ticket! Take care and BE HEALTHY! Gary
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