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This leaves the plastic with a beautiful high gloss finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandset –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe handset has been ultrasonically cleaned to get all embedded debris. It is then sanded with the same process as the shell and buffed back to its beautiful original shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDo you currently have any rotary phones? If the answer is no, it is always a good idea to call your local phone company and check if they still support “pulse” dialing. If they do, you are all set to go. 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Although the AE 80 was completely designed in house, AE still had to take out a licensing agreement with Western Electric since their design shared many of the principles of the 500 design that were covered under various patents. This particular 80 has been restored to its original appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Restoration Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe dial has been fully disassembled, cleaned, lubed and timed to ensure years of trouble free service. 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Although the AE 80 was completely designed in house, AE still had to take out a licensing agreement with Western Electric since their design shared many of the principles of the 500 design that were covered under various patents. This particular 80 has been restored to its original appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Restoration Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe dial has been fully disassembled, cleaned, lubed and timed to ensure years of trouble free service. 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With the option to add a pulse to tone converter, this phone ensures compatibility with modern phone systems, allowing you to seamlessly connect with the digital world while still staying true to the vintage experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eThis wall phone is built to last, with a durable construction that guarantees years of enjoyment. Its reliable functionality and high-quality craftsmanship are testaments to the attention to detail and commitment to excellence that characterized Automatic Electric's reputation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Restoration Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial\u003c\/strong\u003e – The dial has been fully disassembled, cleaned, lubed and timed to ensure years of trouble free service.  We have also added a brand-new plastic fingerwheel, die cut dial card and acetate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCradle\u003c\/strong\u003e – We have cleaned and polished the cradle for a like-new look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCords\u003c\/strong\u003e – The phone has been outfitted with brand new vinyl cords and the line cord has a modular connection to facilitate a connection to your wall jack. 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When you pair the gateway to an active Bluetooth enabled cell phone, you will be able to use the vintage phone just like it was connected to a traditional landline. When someone calls your cell phone, the vintage phone will ring, and you will be able to dial out using the dial on the vintage phone. 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This leaves the plastic with a beautiful high gloss finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandset –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe handset has been ultrasonically cleaned to get all embedded debris. It is then sanded with the same process as the shell and buffed back to its beautiful original shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you currently have any rotary phones? If the answer is no, it is always a good idea to call your local phone company and check if they still support “pulse” dialing. If they do, you are all set to go. If they do not, your phone will not be able to place calls without a converter.  We have \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexternal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pulse to tone converters as an add-on option when you place your order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an alternative, we provide an option to use this phone as an extension of your cell phone. 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Automatic Electric were the exception, they were the last independent telephone maker to stick with their original designs. Although the AE 80 was completely designed in house, AE still had to take out a licensing agreement with Western Electric since their design shared many of the principles of the 500 design that were covered under various patents. This particular 80 has been restored to its original appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Restoration Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial – \u003c\/strong\u003eThe dial has been fully disassembled, cleaned, lubed and timed to ensure years of trouble free service. 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We do have available modular back plates, message us for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShell\u003c\/strong\u003e – The shell has been painstakingly put through a multi-step restoration process which includes sanding with 400, 800, 1000, 2000 grit. This ensures that there are no scratches, dents or dings. The shell is them carefully buffed on our two step buffing wheels. This takes out the fine abrasions left by sanding and leaves the plastic with a smooth factory fresh finish. Finally, we hand apply a three-step plastic restoration compound. This leaves the plastic with a beautiful high gloss finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe phone goes through extensive testing before to ensure it is in perfect working condition prior to shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you currently have any rotary phones? If the answer is no, it is always a good idea to call your local phone company and check if they still support “pulse” dialing. 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