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I found this on craigslist last night and picked it up this morning. She has a long way to go, but coming along well, after a long day of breaking down and cleaning. There are a few missing parts, like the back door hatch,hardware, binders and a few other small items. She should match up nice with my mahogany XVII. The walnut is in a little worse shape when I found her, but not much. Of course it's speckled with paint, grit and grime, but isn't that half the fun, bringing them back . I believe it's walnut.

Beautiful grain. Once finished it will look amazing.

Thanks, I thought so too. It was on craigslist for 16 days asking $200,I hadn't looked in awhile and was shocked no one had picked it up. Yes it was mangy looking, but well worth taking a shot for that price. Looks like I found my winter project after all.

Certainly looks worthy of taking a chance on !

Good luck !

More pics when you can...

I'm happy to know that such a fine cabinet will be saved. The walnut machines are quite beautiful. Please update this post with your progress.

Gary,

Congratulations on a great find!
Should clean up nicely.

Gene

Thanks Gene, she's cleaning up nice. The camera makes it look different, but the color is the same. I have found matching numbers on all four doors. Is there any other place that may have these numbers? I haven't touched the bed plate yet, other than a wipe down.

Gorgeous.

That's going to be a nice one!....I could'nt have gotten my $200 out fast enough!
Nice buy!!!

Dale

It looks sensational. Keep those updates coming!