This set uses the same chassis as my philco golden grid. Nice set probably has the 21EP4 vertical flat face tube. Could be a sweet set for some in the area. From what I understand these have a blanking circuit that eliminates the retrace lines.

http://cgi.ebay.com/1953-Philco-High-Fidelity-TV-80-Model-53-T2266-Chicago_W0QQitemZ200056124286QQihZ010QQcategoryZ73 374QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
http://i14.ebayimg.com/05/i/000/7d/41/b1f5_1.JPG

I think this is the same model as one of the ones I just brought home. (see the TV Swap Board) Shameless plug, maybe, but mine is FREE! to anyone who will come get it, but not in this nice a shape.

I have a Philco just like this one sittin out in my garage. Yes, it does use the 21EP4 and has the 2-part chassis. Looks like it would be an easy one to work on.

From what I understand these have a blanking circuit that eliminates the retrace lines.


Sure does, my 53 Philco works very well from Satellite or DVD.