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Flea Market Philco 630 Tombstone
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06-08-2014, 07:54 PM
It was either get up super early and drive to a Sacramento auto parts
swap meet or sleep in a little and hit the local flea markets. I was lazy so chose the latter. Besides, weather is beautiful and flea markets were predicted to be full. Sure glad I went as this is what I came across on the 2nd pass. Wood is in very good condition and just needs a refinish. Grill cloth is also wasted. Chassis looks complete and rust free, just a little dusty. Even comes with a VERY LONG antenna coiled up inside! I like the tuning mechanism with the "fine tuning" feature. My first (but maybe not my last) tombstone radio!

Craig R.


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06-08-2014, 07:55 PM
and more pics................................

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06-08-2014, 08:09 PM
Cabinet needs restoration, chassis is clean, caps seem to have been replaced some time back, same as power cord.
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06-08-2014, 10:21 PM
A very good six-tube set!

With some TLC you will have a good receiver there!

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06-09-2014, 06:19 PM
Nice pick up. Hope it comes out great keep us posted.
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