[Arran]

Hello Everyone;
  Someone has contacted me regarding a model 41-290X, or perhaps the Canadian equivalent, that they want to sell. The gallery and the service literature, in assuming that the Canadian version is the same, states that this is a ten tube set similar to a 41-280, but with a proper phase inverter tube, I can't remember what the tenth tube is for. In any event are these sets noticeably better performers then a 41-280, the audio amp should be slightly better at least? I would guess that they have most of the same problems as a 41-280, such as failing output transformers, deteriorating Tenite plastic, and the ubiquitous rubber/gutta percha covered wire, are there any other fun things that this model suffers from? Does the cabinet use any faux finish or is it all real wood grain?
Regards
Arran