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Philco 640 Cabinet Refinishing Chronicles
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Here are some photos showing the interior of the cabinet after I stained it with MinWax Ebony oil stain. I think it looks a lot better than it did before:

[Image: http://antiqueradios.com/gallery/main.ph...alNumber=2]

[Image: http://antiqueradios.com/gallery/main.ph...alNumber=2]

Here are the two labels. As I mentioned before, I tried to save the label with the model number and chassis but it just flaked off on the loose areas when I tried to glue it back. I will probably hit this with clear lacquer to help preserve what is left. At least the model number is still visible. The other label that indicates run # (Run #1) was fine.

[Image: http://antiqueradios.com/gallery/main.ph...alNumber=2]

[Image: http://antiqueradios.com/gallery/main.ph...alNumber=2]

And here is a question. How do you guys go about adding color to the edges of the grill cutouts shown below? When I stripped the cabinet I noticed that there was definitely a dark color there. Probably the same color as the top and sides. Masking and spraying from the inside is one option but I wanted to know if you guys have any other suggestions.

[Image: http://antiqueradios.com/gallery/main.ph...alNumber=2]

- Geoff


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RE: Philco 640 Cabinet Refinishing Chronicles - by Geoff - 10-03-2013, 12:31 PM



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