Suggestions on restoring an Edison Console's finish

[MisterJive47]

I recently have purchased an Edison "Baby Console" diamond disc phonograph. Nice one owner machine in surprisingly great mechanical shape. Even the original reproducer (which saw little use as it was replaced with an aftermarket adapter) plays flawlessly.

My question is on how to restore the finish without being too invasive. The veneer is in good shape, but most of the finish is faded, dull, and patchy from sitting near a window and having various items covering the top over the years. Was this originally a lacquer finish, or did Edison strictly use shellac for these cabinets? The walnut is faded, but it has no bad staining and there's no alligatoring to what's left of the finish. I doubt that "reamalgamation" is possible because it seems like a lot of it is dried out and flecked away in some areas.

Edited April 9, 2023 by MisterJive47

[Valecnik]

I would try some scratch cover, Kotton Klenser wood feeder and lemon oil.  I think you'll be surprised by the improvement.