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Philco 650
fixinmyphilco
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03-06-2012, 10:52 PM
Many thanks to TA Forbes For spotting the radio! And to my brother-in-law for picking it up. It works!Here are some pics
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03-06-2012, 11:15 PM
Nice!
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03-07-2012, 07:39 PM
That's a 650, not a 655. Notice your set has four bands, not three; plus the tube layout sticker in back that reads "PHILCO MODEL 650"...

Nevertheless, very nice catch! Icon_thumbup
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03-08-2012, 05:05 PM
My mistake too! Very similar chassis and cabinet.

VERY nice! They are an excellent radio and will put out 10W !!
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03-08-2012, 07:45 PM
Wow cool! Can't wait to pick it up.
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