How do you refinish old radio cabinets?

How do you refinish old radio cabinets?

Application Tips:

1. Spray according to the directions on the can.
2. Stain, seal any open grain, then spray on lacquer.
3. If you are using high-build lacquer, skip the seal step.
4. Apply many light coats versus a few heavy ones.
5. Lightly sand between coats with 600 grit paper.

Are old vacuum tubes valuable?

Some older Western Electric tubes unused or the original box will sometimes sell for over a thousand dollars at auction. Any early vacuum tube with a “tip” (the little glass nub on the top) and a brass base has some value to collectors even if it’s just usable for display.

Is there a market for old vacuum tubes?

A market still exists for early tubes. Radio restorers are always on the lookout for 01A tubes ($10-$15) used in most 1920s radios. These tubes also used the numbers 201A and 301A depending on the manufacturer. By far the highest prices paid for tubes are by Tube Collectors.

How much is a RCA Victor record player worth?

The radio and record player have been in my family for years. Any idea how much they are worth? Your RCA Victor radio console is probably from the 1930-40’s and may be a tube radio. These consoles are a little rare and usually will sell for $150-$400 according to if they are working as well as the overall condition.

What kind of Radio did RCA make in 1947?

Vintage 1947 RCA VICTOR MODEL 66X11, Nice condition! RCA RADIO 9-X-571 Bullhorn MINT in RESTORED Condition ~Serious Collectors only. Vintage RCA Victor tube radio. Model 56x Working Restored With Spare Tubes

How much is an early RCA TV set worth?

The earliest 21 inch round sets, such as the RCA 21-CT-55 and CTC-4, are worth a $500-$1,000, while the 1956-57 model CTC-5 sells for a few hundred dollars. Newer sets are worth less, with a 1965 set typically selling for under $100.

What kind of Cabinet does a Victrola have?

Carved walnut victrola cabinet having two Carved walnut victrola cabinet having two burl walnut doors over elaborate carved figural drawer with base carved with horse carriag… Carved walnut

Vintage 1947 RCA VICTOR MODEL 66X11, Nice condition! RCA RADIO 9-X-571 Bullhorn MINT in RESTORED Condition ~Serious Collectors only. Vintage RCA Victor tube radio. Model 56x Working Restored With Spare Tubes

Carved walnut victrola cabinet having two Carved walnut victrola cabinet having two burl walnut doors over elaborate carved figural drawer with base carved with horse carriag… Carved walnut

The earliest 21 inch round sets, such as the RCA 21-CT-55 and CTC-4, are worth a $500-$1,000, while the 1956-57 model CTC-5 sells for a few hundred dollars. Newer sets are worth less, with a 1965 set typically selling for under $100.

How big is a RCA Victrola record player?

EDISON Wind-up console record player together EDISON Wind-up console record player together with Columbia console wind-up record player and an oak table model RCA Victor victrola. Largest: 44 3/4″ Victrola phonograph with oak case. 14″h.x16″w.x19.75″d.