[gary rabbitt]

Hi Southern,
I seen the escutcheon that was in need of a repaint, and you did do a very good job at using a color that looks original.
I was referring to the cabinet wood.
The original Philco decal remains right in the center. You can see the original finish color around it where the finish was not removed.Someone stripped it down, but left the area around the decal alone.
The cabinet is indeed in great shape, however it does not have any of it's original color or lacquer applied. I am only guessing, but perhaps the owner (or previous owners) had stripped off the finish years ago? The 40-180 was not that light, the base and non veneered areas on the top sides had colored toners applied to hide the cheaper wood.
It looks ok like it is, but I just wanted you to know.

Here's a hint about those added decals around the knobs. The newerrepo decals are quite thin. They are made to be applied to a cabinet before the final coats of clear are applied. That way, they are protected. Modern decals aren't like the ones we used to use on our old plastic car models. These are thin and suceptible to damage quickly is left unprotected.

You can appply a thin coat of clear over them with a fine artists brush. Apply slightly larger than the decal It will be sealed in place.
Anyway, I am happy that you have brought this set back to working condition, and I know the owner will love it.
Take care,
Gary.