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06-07-2015, 09:20 AM
For a very good condition Philco 20 standard Cathedral? I have one spotted and am watching it but asking price seems steep, she's asking $165.00. Most I've ever paid for a Cathedral/tombstone is $130 and it was a much cooler looking shouldered version GE in excellent condition. Thanks for your opinions. 
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06-07-2015, 10:38 AM
If the grill is perfect, has a great original finish, NO rust on the chassis, ALL original parts in place and globe tubes, that is a fair price.
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06-07-2015, 11:43 AM
It depends on the state. Generally 20 goes for more information than plain cathedrals do. Up to $200 in the state Russ described is fair though one could haggle. And even without globe tubes. In your local non-auction case could be a bit less.
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06-07-2015, 06:26 PM
Offer a lower price, say $120.00 and see what happens.  You can always go up.  Take care, Gary
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06-07-2015, 06:41 PM
I'd bring an ohm meter to check the spkr field coil and output transformer. Those K spkrs are expensive!

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06-07-2015, 11:01 PM
field is even more important, the transformer can be replaced, but the open field means taking the speaker apart and possible reconing.
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07-01-2015, 04:03 PM
Got the 20 today. She dealt with me a little and I got it for $150. Cabinet is dull and I am gluing some loose veneer but overall very good. Looks like one previous repair on grill but very well done. All tubes good (alas no globes) and it works but is a little low on volume and scratchy. Not sure if grill cloth is original but it's a good repro if not. All internals look original except power cord. Trying to post pics bit my wife's IPad isn't cooperating. 
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07-01-2015, 04:13 PM
Decent price for a 20. Can vary, but not bad at all.
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07-01-2015, 04:23 PM
Sorry in advance, I know I did not post photos correctly, but between this IPad and the mosquito swarm dining on me out here in the garage I've about had it for today. 
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07-01-2015, 04:24 PM
Looks like someone attempted refinish.
Will have to get correct color.

Does the speaker work?
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