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12-16-2021, 03:24 AM
Just had come my way a Philco Radio so while hunting out some info found this site ,seemed a good idea to join

I have been collecting and fixing Vintage electronics for many years now
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12-16-2021, 09:35 AM
Welcome to the Phorum! You found the right place for Philco radios in particular, but also most every other brand built as well. Lots of friendly folks here willing to help any way we can. Take care and BE HEALTHY! Gary
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12-16-2021, 02:03 PM
Hi and Welcome aboard, 

What sort of Philco set did you find a US or Brit built one? It's always a treat to see the non US set as they are pretty common over here. Especially the pre war models.
Here at the Philco Phorum Philco's are our speciality!
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Now I think I've got!

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12-16-2021, 03:38 PM
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12-17-2021, 12:46 PM
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12-17-2021, 12:49 PM
Welcome to the Phorum. Like the handle "Fixitnow" is better than laterIcon_smile.

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12-19-2021, 05:32 PM
Hello FIXITNOW,
Welcome aboard and glad to see you found your way here .
So What kind of Vintage equipment do you like collecting or working on ?

Sincerely Richard
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12-19-2021, 06:57 PM
I have about 8 sets that need to be fixed "now". Paul
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12-26-2021, 07:36 AM
Welcome to the website, Hope to hear from you now and then.  Icon_wink
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12-26-2021, 10:30 AM
Welcome to the Phorum. David
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12-26-2021, 03:35 PM
Hello Fixitnow,
Welcome aboard !
Sincerely Richard
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12-27-2021, 08:29 AM
Welcome to the Phorum FIXITNOW Icon_wave
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