Buyers need to put things into perspective with antiques. Unless the item is "new old stock" in its original box, it is unlikely to be a prefect specimen.
For example, this radio looks great (ZENITH H511), but it has a tiny scratch on the bottom race track portion, part of the original label is worn off on the bottom, the backboard is less than 100%, there is wear on the gold tone at the feet under each knob (see photos), and by the label on the bottom are two lines of the original glue used for the label (this was a factory fault). So, let's keep this in perspective when dealing with antiques before we buy. There cannot be a true perfect antique item once the item has been used by former owners.
2 comments:
nice radio
I think the original had white lettering around the dial.
This radio has been sold to a radio station.
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