To refinish, or not to refinish...

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ok.. I know :, but the new to me 1941 Zenith 8s563 is in the car, and after I got done sanding down the bathroom walls, I was too tired to get it out tonight.. right now it's martini time...

Anyway.. I got this radio.. it's a little rougher than I was hoping.. The wood is all good, but the finish is pretty worn.

I know some of you saw the '39 7s363 I just recently picked up, and how great I got it looking, but it was in a lot better shape...

I'm not one who would typically want to remove an original finish, but in this case, I think the case would be a lot more appealing...

I've been watching e-bay auctions, and for some reason, most old consoles that have been refinished seem to sell for more than original finish ones that have been restored or are in great shape...

I really have no intention of selling this one, so value isn't so much a worry, but in the long run, what would you think would be a better option?

I will post pictures tomorrow, but until then, what are your feelings about refinishing?

I noticed on this '41, where there is what appears to be inlay, or a change of veneer, is actually a faux wood-grain finish over the under-laying wood, where as with the '39, it is actually a different type of veneer.. and not faux.. amazing the difference in how they were manufactured within two years.. .