Astor APK radio restoration, it looked good on eBay 🙄 + RetrObright 

Everything that leaves your hands looks fantastic, Dave!

You are an inspiration to all of the radio restorers out there on RU-vid. Your ability to fix what looks unrepairable David is utterly mind blowing. Cheers, Steven.

Thanks again Dave. You're a master at making silk purses out of sow's ears.

Such an unpromising start, such a spectacular result! I didn't think it looked too bad to begin with but when you compared images of before and after near the end of the vid, the difference was astonishing!

Got my friday entertainment sorted then, thanks David❤

There is nothing in this world so satisfying than keeping some old relic "for parts" - and it actually fulfills its prophecy! The "It will be handy one day" Gods are smiling tonight.. 👍😃

A magnificent result, David. Your wide range of skills paid dividends again.

"It looked good on eBay." Famous last words. I bought a Grundig Satellit from a German guy on eBay. It arrived absolutely mute; it hadn't been packed very well. I spent £300 getting it restored. I must say, it DID look good on the outside. You did a fantastic job on this one, David.

You amaze me with how nicely you are able to refinish the radio dial and case and so forth. Just a great job every time.

Hi Dave, During the first few seconds I saw this Astor Vintage Radio in this video I began to think of a time of fairly fast transition from “an old way of living” to one that spoke of offering a brighter, and prosperous future for everyone. Life for ‘the housewife’ cooking and cleaning in an old drab kitchen was on the way out, and being replaced with bright white, cream, and pastel colours; modern appliances of similar colours, and all being easy to use and keep clean. It was the beginning of a time of full employment; loads of spare cash; owning you own home; holydays; the latest car; fine clothes, and still having sufficient cash to buy a second radio. I pictured your Astor APK, new and shiny, in a modern domestic setting during a time slightly after the launch of Sputnik 1, through the era of Yuri Gagarin’s orbit round the Earth in Vostok 1, and on to the launch of the communication satellite, Telstar 1. By that time (1962) I imagine the Astor APK production run had come to an end. So, your Astor radio, which I love its shape and general design, is of the beginning of an era that become known as, “The Space Race.” It was also of the atomic era but we’ll set that to one side LOL. I see its general shape as based upon early console computers seen in late 1950s, and early 1960s science fiction movies LOL. Conclusion: the Astor design teams certainly knew how to capture the era, or an essence of the era by applying current affairs, and ‘modern’ trends to the look of some of their late 1950s table radios. In my opinion, some radios of the late 1950s, such as the Astor APK, are contributing artefacts that speak of a particularly momentous time in twentieth century history. I can definitely see your attraction towards buying it. Lovely chatting with you Dave - hope to catch you later.

Great job Dave. You brought another little piece of history back to life. As always, enjoy you very much. Thanks.

Looks brilliant. Just goes to show that keeping a few junker chassis can be a life saver. Very nicely done.

Hi David, fantastic work and result. Many thanks for the videos. From Nr Liverpool UK.

Meet George Jetson! Lovely job. Very snazzy design for the modern home of the late 50's. Space Age 🚀😊

What a great turn-around. From "I can't do anything with this hunk-a-junk," to "Good as new!" in 43 minutes. Great work all around. I particularly enjoyed the dial glass. And I am *STILL* fascinated with that peroxide hoo-doo magic. Another good'un, sir!

She scrubbed up very nice well done.

Well done. Have you ever thought about giving as a tour of your radio collection?

Dave from Alabama in the USA I am impressed. Us southerners have an expression (as 1 of many) you made a silk purse from a sow's ear! Wow if anybody ever pulled that one off in fine and rare form you did!! Bravo!! I share your chagrin for eBay. I collect vintage watches and wow can they look ssoooo goooood in the pictures then look like stink when they arrive! But undaunted you pressed on and amazed us again. I cannot say it enough how impressed I am. Best and fondest regards from a BIG fan in Mobile, AL USA!!! Cheers!

WOW! Just WoW. Well done.

After the initial setback, another marvellous restoration. Such a 60s space age look to the design. Enjoyable viewing as here the snow falls and the thermometer fails to get up to 0c, no chance of bleaching items in the back garden for us!

As usual its always a pleasure watching you restoring these wonderful radios. Thank you for sharing.

Dave, you have brought another phoenix from the ashes - What a great transformation. Your use of time and example of patience is a lesson to us all - And we get the entertainment and jokes as a bonus

Hi David. Superb job as usual. If anybody can make a silk purse out of a sows ear, you can. Good that you had the spare parts. The end result is stunning. Thoroughly enjoyed as usual.

We have watched several radio and tv repair peeps over the years and wanted to write to you to tell you that your videos are special. For starters, you take more care and devote more attention to detail, restoring not just the best sound these radios can produce, but also doing your level best to make them look as good as they possibly can. We know you aren't planning on going anywhere, but want you to know that you will be sorely missed if or when you do. There just aren't any good alternatives.

Greetings David. Another wonderful melbourne made treasure restored to as new condition. Look forward to more of your craft. Stay safe

As usual,your skills as a craftsman and technician are exponential. GREAT job, bravo. You are a treat to watch, I only wish we were neighbors so I could join in the fun.!! Be well Dave.

Liquid electrical tape! Learn something new every day! Great video thanks again! What an amazing transition!!

Fantastic David, another masterclass for the rest of us to aspire to. Thank you.

"It looked good on eBay" David Tipton, 2021

I think you are a very talented individual and I find your 'radio adventures' very worthwhile!

David tipton vid...yess...thanks dave.

A rule of thumb I now follow based on recent instances - "Forewarned is forearmed. If it looks good on eBay, it most probably isn't in reality. Caveat Emptor. Dave you truly possess the Midas Touch - just about every radio you get your hands on turns to virtual gold and works beautifully once again. Excellent triple-R method in this video (Repair, Restore, RetrObright).

fantastic - every minute is interesting and informative - thanks for posting -

i like your restoration videos but seeing the dedication and affection that you apply to your work makes them even more enjoyable. (my apologies for my bad english is not my first language.)

I absolutely love watching you work. Great job... can’t wait for the next one!

Another great video! Thanks Dave!

Awesome job. The radios just had a certain style back then. Funny to say back then when almost everyone wants one of these when they see them today. Thanks for the great videos.

Gorgeous radio,amazing work!

As usual David you are the best restorer in my opinion because you work with the cabinet als not only the radio😀.

Nice job, you always wow us with your beautiful ideas

Beautiful work, David... thanks for sharing. :-)

Superb restoration! All of it, but I did like most that new plastic dial cover. You make things look easier than they really are. The radio is beautiful and the Jetsons will be happy to have it on their home.

Another great job. Well done.

That was a parts radio at first look. That was a d**n fine restoration there Mr. Tipton. Well done.

Great job bringing her back to life.

Absolutely brilliant a well done job excellent restore & always interesting.

I'm starting out my "radio repair" journey with a 1961 FM Only set I just bought on eBay. My father repaired electronics for a living, but I never took advantage of his knowledge. Age 64 . . . . .we'll see if I can make him happy up in Heaven by getting it working! :-) Enjoyed your video! ---Mike

good work bringing the radio back to life i thought it would end up as spares

From a wreck to a winner as usual. Congratulations to 10000 + subscribers, I just discovered this!

David, I am in awe as usual. That is a real beauty! Well worth saving for all to see. Thanks again!!

Beautiful restore of an awesome radio!

That really turned out nice. Great job.

Another incomparable restoration, well done!

How to make a silk purse out of a pigs ear. Another great video. Best radio repair channel on you tube.Best wishes Terry uk 🇬🇧

Brilliant David! another creation of art!

Wow that one really came out amazing Dave! Well done mate!

A really great job. I enjoyed that, cheers.

Lovely work David. Thanks once more for your superb work! Stay safe.

Sir you r work is beyond EXCELLENT! WOW WOW WOW!!!!

Beautiful ending to a questionable motor condition. Your attention to detail is amazing. One suggestion is applying the Liquid Tape with a small artist's brush as as the look of the speaker was not in keeping with the rest of the perfection to detail of your radio restoration. Thank you for making videos, I learn so much each time I view.

It came out fantastic Dave! Great job!

You are a master, very entertaining. Thanks David.

Excelente restauración. Felicitaciones!!

Thanks David, I really enjoy your channel.

Another quality job David! You never disappoint me Dave! I love the fact you had the parts to fix this one 👍🤗

Great job as always, Thanks

Great work and a very nice looking radio

Superbe travail . Une nouvelle vie pour ce magnifique appareil . Bravo

Wow, fantastic job, mate!

And another radio one saved, well done and as always your videos blow me away. You must have the patience of jobe and making that new dial on the lath just goes to show how talented you are. Thanks once again and now i'm happy that i have had my weekly fix of you repairing yet another radio.

What can i say Dave another great restoration thanks for keeping us all entertained during lockdown

Those almost gone too far to be saved relics are the ones who deserve the most a "Tipton class" restoration. Wonderfull job.

That's boss that David looks new love your channel thanks for sharing it with us. Can't wait and till the next one.

Oh how I needed a new radio video tonight David .. with Victoria dropping into lockdown I needed some cheering up and your videos always are wonderful! Mission achieved! And you know you love a challenge!

What beautiful work....well done. And, hello from Florida.

Fantastic looking radio and you did a great job of restoring it as usual.

David, A while back YT algorithm pointed me to your page. Having grown up on tube radios, I have affinity for these oldies. Have watched 10+ entries. Fantastic craftsmanship; learned quite a few restoration tricks. The best one is bleaching plastics. Someone asked for a tour of your collection. Could we at least get an idea how many radios you have restored? Milan

Definitely another famous Tipton restoration! Just always amazed at your ability to make these radios look wonderful!

WOW what great job David.

Wow, that turned out great, awesome job as usual David. I love the little things you're trying as well with the video editing, that did not escape my very keen eye. Cheers

Another brilliant restoration David, the case looks brand new and the new dial glass finishes it off perfectly, excellent job, all the the best mate.

Your determination and skills never, ever fail to impress me, I salute you, sir.

Hey! It's true! Lathes DO spin in the opposite direction in the southern hemisphere! ;)

You can really turn things around. Thanks Dave for helping warming up this cold morning(-20).

That Astor APK does look futuristic looking with its styling. Another beautiful restoration job David. It is always a joy to watch you work.

Love the new graphics. Nice save on the inductor.

Yes, made in Melbourne, in those halcyon days when we still had industry and we still made stuff in Australia. Back in the 80's my work sent me to the Philips factory in Clayton to study their techniques for high volume circuit assembly and soldering. I didn't get to see much of the factory but what I did see was amazing. I thought you might have tried to straighten that "melted" concave area on the top of the cabinet. In any case, it came up fantastic. What also surprises me is that there are so many stations in Queensland playing music on AM.

Mr Tipton, You didi a great job on the radio!!

I may have to rip off that awesome styling and build a radio out of wood to match that. Love that design. Awesome restoration David.

Your very talented Dave. Good job. I've really missed these vids.

Wow!!! I thought it was an exercise in futility. Fantastic restoration. I love the "Jet Age" look.

as always great work master

Turned out very nice!

Wow!! Me quede muy sorprendido, sobre todo que casi lo habías descartado. Hiciste un trabajo impresionante y te quedo fantástico.

Awesome..!! Can't believe what I'm seeing..So talented..Top job...Ed..u.k..😀

Awesome result, all the hard work was well worth it, really enjoyed this one, keep them coming, regards, Tim, Blackburn UK

I know it was a matter of luck that you happened to have that slug just laying around but I bet anyone except for you would have given up right away on this one. Great restore David! Brilliant video with lots of fun edits as usual. Thanks for posting.

Another fine job Dave, I was wondering when you were going to upload your next video, so now my day is all good, hope 🙏 your all well🙂.

Wow! How lucky can you be to have a tuning slug that fit this radio! Your living the good life. As always great video and thanks for sharing. Cheers.

Love how you start off trying to talk yourself out of doing it. Then you cant give up and end up doing the normal fantastic job