GE 810 Restoration

[Tom Albrecht]

Here's one I sold on Radio Attic a few years ago. I really like the big brass panel on these and the bold placement of the word "Television" right in the middle below the screen. They work very well when restored. The 10FP4 picture tube gives a nice bright picture.

Is that the original finish on yours? If so, that's in fabulous shape.

One of the more difficult problems as I recall is how to clean the grill cloth. Mine came out so-so as far as the grill cloth goes. Looking forward to seeing how yours comes out!

[Crist Rigott]

Originally Posted by Tom Albrecht

Here's one I sold on Radio Attic a few years ago. I really like the big brass panel on these and the bold placement of the word "Television" right in the middle below the screen. They work very well when restored. The 10FP4 picture tube gives a nice bright picture.

Is that the original finish on yours? If so, that's in fabulous shape.

From what I understand and what the seller has told me, yes, it is the original finish. It was kept in his grandmothers room as a piece of furniture and taken care of.
When I saw the picture he sent, I was amazed how nice the cabinet was. Whew!

BTW, your 810 looks beautiful. Did you do a restore thread on it?

[Kamakiri]

Originally Posted by Tom Albrecht

One of the more difficult problems as I recall is how to clean the grill cloth. Mine came out so-so as far as the grill cloth goes. Looking forward to seeing how yours comes out!

Hobby Lobby actually had a darn close match.....a bit brighter than the original, but new grille cloth sure makes the set pop! And it's semi-stiff to boot, which makes it easy to apply wrinkle free.

[Radiotronman]

I restored mine a couple years ago and it's a great performer. It's one of my favorites in my collection. Yours is in fantastic condition.