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Grandfather clock radio combo
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(08-02-2015, 07:24 PM)Ron Ramirez Wrote:  It's a 37-611 chassis - note the two chokes where a power transformer would be in the 37-610. An AC/DC version of the 37-610.

I wouldn't be in a rush to buy this.  Hold off until a much nicer Philco (or other make) becomes available.  I know that you have a feeling that this is a terrific opportunity but quite frankly, it isn't.  In another week, or month or two, there will be a much nicer Philco to buy.  

A couple of months ago I bought a Philco Tall Clock (forgot the model #) with a Model 70 chassis, in very good condition for $150.  It was a nuisance to bring home sticking out the back of my Jeep Wrangler on the notorious NJ Rte. 80 at 70 mph but I made it home none the less.  The only thing I lost was dust.
 
My Philco experience with Philco's goes well beyond 50 years (my first being a 37-84 that I bought for $1.25 in 1956).  I've learned to wait and find the best that I can find.  In other words, don't just jump in but wait for the best opportunities.  My attic is full of opportunities that I should have ignored.

Pete AI2V


Messages In This Thread
Grandfather clock radio combo - by thinktreasure - 07-31-2015, 01:20 PM
RE: Grandfather clock radio combo - by sam - 08-01-2015, 04:30 PM
RE: Grandfather clock radio combo - by AI2V - 08-01-2015, 10:12 PM
RE: Grandfather clock radio combo - by AI2V - 08-02-2015, 09:43 PM
RE: Grandfather clock radio combo - by codefox1 - 08-14-2015, 09:32 AM
RE: Grandfather clock radio combo - by wa2ise - 08-15-2015, 09:25 AM
RE: Grandfather clock radio combo - by sam - 09-11-2015, 03:00 AM
RE: Grandfather clock radio combo - by codefox1 - 09-15-2015, 03:31 PM



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