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Philco 49-901 restoration

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12-10-2019, 07:46 PM

Great Job Bob I watched your youtube on this, it turned out great. I to thought to it was operated by the foot. Icon_thumbup

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12-11-2019, 01:07 PM

Thanks! As much of a hassle it was to patch up the bakelite, overall I'd say it was easier than trying to get a good hand rubbed lacquer finish on a wood cabinet.

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