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Lars39

(26,263 posts)
Thu Feb 8, 2024, 01:37 PM Feb 2024

I hope someone can help me figure out what to do

about this tv we found in the attic. It seems to be in good shape underneath the dust. Should we junk it or sell it? Any input will be greatly appreciated!


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rsdsharp

(10,287 posts)
1. TV channels are digital now. You'll need an adaptor.
Thu Feb 8, 2024, 01:48 PM
Feb 2024

If it works, you’ll probably be disappointed in the picture quality and consistency,, and it doesn’t look like it’s solid state. It will be difficult to find tubes.

CANADIANBEAVER69

(567 posts)
2. I would find out how to donate for movies and film sets
Thu Feb 8, 2024, 01:50 PM
Feb 2024

Clean it up and they would take it I would think.

SWBTATTReg

(24,332 posts)
3. Well, at least from one viewpoint, the vacuum tubes in it are perhaps worth something, and I don't think very
Thu Feb 8, 2024, 02:18 PM
Feb 2024

many of them are being made now, so there may be a market for that. There also might be a collector's market for collecting old TVs, I wouldn't be surprised.

Good luck!

eppur_se_muova

(37,662 posts)
4. Try auctioning it off to collectors. It's worth more that way than as a functioning TV.
Thu Feb 8, 2024, 02:36 PM
Feb 2024

If you haven't already tried plugging it in, I'd be really careful about that. There may be tons of dust inside, and dust traps moisture. Could short out as soon as you plug it in. Best to let a knowledgable electronic tech look at it first.

A little search on eBay could help give you a better picture of the market. And a traditional auction might be better than eBay, or might not. Also do a broader Google search on the brand name and model number -- that''s always the first thing I do when evaluating an item up for bid.l

Lars39

(26,263 posts)
9. Thanks for the suggestions!
Thu Feb 8, 2024, 03:29 PM
Feb 2024

Last edited Thu Feb 8, 2024, 04:11 PM - Edit history (1)

We haven’t plugged it in, and certainly won’t now.

bucolic_frolic

(47,584 posts)
5. 50s Zenith? Search Google for images to match. Try model # too.
Thu Feb 8, 2024, 02:37 PM
Feb 2024

Research prices on eBay. Local pickup probably, unless it can be boxed. There are colllectors out there for old TVs, but there are a lot of TVs. Not sure they'll ever be a museum.

Lars39

(26,263 posts)
10. We're close enough to a big city that I might find a buyer.
Thu Feb 8, 2024, 03:34 PM
Feb 2024

Our local antique place is unfortunately still closed because of tornado damage.

Thanks for the suggestions!

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