My History

I have been  refinishing professionally for about 20 years. I finished an apprenticeship after training under some of the best finishers in the south. Unfortunately ,  two of the best ones have left us,  however,  I do have some very  solid references at the present and are available upon request.

 I have dedicated much of my time, to  the science of the finishing products as well as the process. I believe, knowing your products is extremely important in achieving the patina  that these old  radios deserve. And I didn't learn that  process overnight. In fact , it was just about five years ago, that I  finally locked in on the right materials for the task.   And the fun part is the learning never ends.

If anyone tells you they can  produce a perfect finish,... well they probably tell a good story, as well.  Our learning experience will end the day we leave this world.

 The Business

This business is all about our dreams for the future. The  many great things we are presently working on at this time, is a  reflection of those  dreams come true.

This business is strengthened by the passion for history and the knowledge we have  obtained in the past. 

Below are some of my accomplishments in the more recent years of radio.

 I hope you will enjoy this journey, ...there is much more to see,.on the site and in the future.

 Thank you for taking the time to review.

Achievements

There is  a tremendous amount of enjoyment to be experienced in restoration, duplication and refinishing.   To restore an old  30s wood radio, listen to it play and admire the beauty and design of that era, is without a doubt,...the ultimate reward !

  Radiofest 2010

Chicago, Illinois

Best Restoration

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The Old Restored

Some saved from the Grave

 These sets  you are about to view are ones that I have repaired and / or refinished over the years.  

They are in no certain order .

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Majestic "Ritz"

Owned by

Paul Turney

of 

New England

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 1937 Arvin 518

With a bit of inlay

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Philco 37-600 "Partner"

Originally a photo finish,...

this one restored with real inlay

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Philco 80 "Junior "

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The Mystery Zenith

Currently residing in Sweden

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Philco 20 A

Original Walnut  with a custom Birdseye Maple grille

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Philco 20 Deluxe

Restored with a Rift Maple Arch

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Atwater Kent 627

Restored with a Bubinga Veneer Face

"The Purist hated me for this one"  

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Majestic 44A

Slightly customized

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Crosley 148

Replaced face veneer 

with some slight changes in design

Residing in the Russian Federation

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Majestic Model 80

 Custom

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Zenith Model 5S127

 Quilted Maple Front

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Crosley 5M3

Birdseye Maple Center

Inlay border 

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Philco Model 50

Custom

Residing in Germany

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International Model 77 "Kadette"

Residing in China

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Zenith Model 6D628

Residing in Italy

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Gloritone Model 99A

Custom Front 

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Philco 

Model 20

Custom inlay

by 

Richmond Designs Inc

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Sparton 410 "Junior "

" The Beast "

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1934 Arvin

Model 417

Rhythm Baby

 1936 Arvin

Model 417

Rhythm Baby

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1939 Emerson Model AX-212

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1936 Zenith Tombstone

Model 6S128

1936 Zenith Tombstone

Ebony Model 6S128

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1930 Mission Bell

"Florette" Cathedral

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1931 Gilfillan

Cathedral

6 Tube  TRF

 Residing in Canada