The "before" pictures tell the story with the updates. That cabinet was in poor condition, but looks amazing after those repairs. That level of workmanship is rare to see, so I'm glad you posted the repairs, so pinheads can see how much work goes into EM restoration at this level.

Is the cabinet a cream or white base - I know you are still prepping the cabinet, but I'm curious to know if the base is cream, as all wedgeheads are (I've seen the white base on several "restorations", then the real colour is cream). I can't get to my Royal flush, but from a distance it does look more white than cream.