Simplex Model PB - Cabinet Restoration | Wood Veneer Repairs | Refinishing

After stripping the old clear/toner lacquers using lacquer thinner, steel wool and evaluating the necessary repairs, I complete the wood veneer repairs, etc., and refinish the cabinet using a stain stick, dye-based toner lacquer & clear lacquer before rubbing out the finish with #0000 steel wool and Wool-Lube.
In addition, check out my earlier video and others where I introduce the Simplex, model PB mini-cathedral dual-band receiver I acquired about nine years back that's been in storage. The seller at the time told me the radio was from a family in the Charleston, SC area; other than that, I don't have any other information on the history of the receiver with the exception of the Simplex factory was located in Philadelphia, PA then later moved to Sandusky, OH where the company was purchased by Philco and the plant was closed shortly after.
The playlist for the Simplex Model PB restoration:
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[@greggsvintageworkshop8974]

Don it looks fantastic! Folks don't realize how tedious and time consuming it is to restore a cabinet and make all of the little repairs, and big ones sometimes, but taking your time makes all the difference!

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thank you Gregg, definitely time consuming, tedious and a labor of love for me. Hope you and your family are doing well. Best, Don

[@kenf8563]

Thanks for sharing your techniques, Don, another Rembrandt.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

You’re welcome Ken. Hope you have a great weekend. Best, Don

[@hestheMaster]

I see you used many techniques to get the face corners to match up to the original. It does take patience and practice to do this level of work. Glad you are up to it. I love the high standards you set on doing veneer reconstruction. The end results are magnificent Don.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thank you Steve, I appreciate your kind words. It was great to catch some favorable weather to continue my efforts. Hopefully I can get back to it later today and get the grille cloth in place, etc. Best, Don

[@jimburns348]

Yep, some cabinets can be challenging to come up with the plan of attack involving a lot of thinking both inside and outside of the box😊 good work👍

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Jim, you are spot on. Hope to move this one to the finish line very soon. Thanks for watching and reaching out. Best, Don

[@AllAmericanFiveRadio]

Nice work Don, it is going to be a beauty.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

I appreciate it Rick. I’m looking forward to seeing the chassis back in the cabinet. Have a great weekend. Best, Don

[@josephmagedanz4070]

Thanks for sharing your experience and work. It helps me get a better picture of what can be in store for a project like this. Much appreciated!

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Glad it was helpful. I hope your upcoming project goes well. Best, Don

[@terryblackman6217]

Very nice job you have done there. It's a pat on the back from me.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thank you Terry, I appreciate it. The old cabinet definitely has some remaining flaws, but looks more period correct in my eyes. Thanks again for reaching out. Best, Don

[@SwanseaTitanFan]

I can’t wait to see the rest of this restoration.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

I appreciate it. You can catch my earlier videos for this series at: Simplex Model PB | Restoration Series kzbin.info/aero/PLjLu4V-71S1KWsqH22OYN91ljOETeIFi2 Best, Don

[@W1RMD]

Great work Don. Beautiful cabinet!

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thank you kindly Ryan. All the best. Don

[@DERB_Seymour_Indiana]

Good update Don. Case is shaping up nicely. :)

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thanks 👍 I appreciate it Doug. Best, Don

[@michaelpruitt6828]

Looking absolutely beautiful!

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thank you Michael. I appreciate your kind words. All the best. Don

[@RadioRetired]

Looks great! You always do great work.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Oh thank you! Best, Don

[@dans8287]

Great job!

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thank you. Best, Don