THIS PAGE IS NOT A MISTAKE! I HAVE TWO OF THE SAME MODEL AND COLOR FOR SALE!
Philco Model 46-420 'Hippo'
Once again, restoring these are lots of fun. You end up with a real sharp looking Philco radio that has a real good sound to it. This one is no different. It even looks good with the lights off because of its center lit dial. A real nice well designed radio. If you don't have one yet, GET ONE HERE!!
Work Done
The radio has been completely recapped to last another lifetime. I stuffed the capacitor outside the chassis with a new capacitor, don't let the old Philco casing fool you! I replaced dried cracked rubber mounting grommets with new. See pictures.Case was and is free of cracks or chips. NO REPAIRS ON THIS PARTICULAR CASE Case was carefully sanded by hand and painted light antique Ivory. A new polarized power plug was installed along with quality electrolytic capacitors to provide years of service. Tubes tested good, resistors were checked, and chassis was cleaned and polished as best as possible. Dial face was cleaned and polished. knobs original to set and where cleaned to a ruby luster. For a better definition on my idea of a complete restoration click here.
Good Points on radio
No cracks or chips, ever! Fresh paint and a freshly polished dial makes this radio beautiful. All outside surfaces smooth to the touch, no orange peel here! Highly sensitive and a great deep tone to audio. This is another great example of a Philco 'Hippo' radio. Original labels, stamps, and tags are still present, see pictures. Chassis has been cleaned and fresh rubber grommets were installed. All wiring is in great shape including original plastic coated wire. Fresh Philco front decal with gold foil is beautiful and just adds to the set's charm.
Bad Points on radio
Really not much bad with this set. If really picky the dial has cracks and dings. One over 600 and another right of 1600. I think it adds to set's charm. Please see pictures to right. No back to radio. That is it!
WILLING TO SHIP THIS ITEM. I HAVE SHIPPING BOXES AND PACKAGING ON HAND NO CHARGE. YOU PAY FOR SHIPPING ONLY
Pick up Avail-Radio is located 15 minutes from Albany NY.
Please e mail me any question.
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Sold 1/30/09
I stand behind my work and have a 30 day warrantee on labor NOT PARTS. That means if it breaks in 30 days I will do my best to repair it and make you a happy satisfied customer. All radios are thoroughly tested before sent out. This warrantee does NOT cover parts and shipping costs. Keep it honest with me and I will do my best to please you. Sorry but all sales are final. Thank you for your time.
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