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05-02-2014, 04:32 PM
Just picked it up.
   
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05-02-2014, 04:54 PM
Very nice! Those are real good players too. They sound excellent.
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05-02-2014, 04:57 PM
That is a nice radio.Icon_thumbup I had one once, wish I hadn't sold it.

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05-02-2014, 05:12 PM
Steve,
cant you just make another, lol
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05-02-2014, 06:04 PM
Actually, I have though about it. If I could find a ratty flat front 44B, I would make a cabinet with the insert front panel like yours.

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05-02-2014, 09:25 PM
I have a flat front with a rough cabinet that I always wanted to restore but the veneer may be to far gone and not worth the effort.
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05-03-2014, 11:50 AM
Hey, I know a guy that likes ratty cabinets Icon_mrgreen

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05-03-2014, 07:30 PM
If your ever going away and need a baby sitter for this radio just let me know. I'm there for you!

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05-03-2014, 07:32 PM
Very nice! Icon_smile
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