How old is vintage?

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Originally Posted by Jon A.

I could have been clearer on that; my '88 Zenith console does not have A/V inputs, but still isn't quite old enough for me to consider it vintage. A/V inputs were becoming common at that time, but optional on this set. A holdover from earlier designs I guess, for those who appreciated quality but still wanted a bargain. Those who didn't care as much went RCA.

I do NOT much like the late -80's vintage Zenith sets-- such as the 9-519 sets. they had WAY too many wires connecting too many separate assemblies. However--the tubes are often not too bad in them.