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For just $199.00 ROSATA PINK and Brown Mid Century Retro Vintage 1964 Arvin Model 52R43 AM Tube Clock Radio Rare! DESCRIPTION: Rare and beautiful model. The contrasting pink and brown is such a unique color theme! This is one of the two models of all manufacturers from the 50s and 60s that features a neon gas bulb illuminated clock face so it never needs replacement! Can you believe it? Tabletop Tube AM clock radio alarm manufactured by Arvin in 1964 time frame in excellent+ working condition. Cabinet is original light rose and brown color. There is no characteristic crack on the top. There is a chip on the front bottom corner. There is a long hairline crack on the front top edge. Knobs are original and securely attached. The handle is built into the back of dial display. Very functional. This radio is one of the better ones for listening purposes. This radio is over 55 years old! No missing ink, smudges, or rub-off on dial lettering. The tuning dial works fine. The power cable is securely attached. All paper and wax capacitors have been replaced with modern equivalents so this radio has another 50+ years or more of playing time! The tubes are working fine. All out-of-spec resistors have been replaced with modern correct value and voltage equivalents. There is no loud or pervasive hum. There is no loud or pervasive static between stations. The set has been aligned according to factory specifications. The power cord and plug are good original working condition with no cracks, or splits. No exposed wiring. The radio has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected. All wiring has been thoroughly checked for possible bridging and weak solder connection. Comes from non-smoking, mature, clean professional environment. DIMENSIONS: Approximately 13" x 5" x 7" (l x w x h) COLOR: Rose pink and brown YOUTUBE VIDEO here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWRNAGMzovU ADD BLUETOOTH MP3 for $99 more: See info here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/216063337/add-bluetooth?ref=shop_ho...

For just $219.00 Art Deco Ivory Bakelite Vintage 1947 Farnsworth Model ET-061 Shortwave Radio DESCRIPTION: Farnsworth is a big name among the early pioneers of radio and television. The story between Farnsworth and RCA Sarnoff is an interesting tale in 20th century corporate history. Tabletop tube radio manufactured by Farnsworth in 1947 still in excellent cosmetic and working condition. Dial lights up brightly. The knobs are matching ivory plastic securely attached. No cracks, chips, splits, abrasions, or missing material anywhere on the cabinet! Original factory ivory paint over brown bakelite. The paint is in remarkable smooth shiny condition considering its age. Usually there's more paint loss, scratches, chips, or discoloration. This radio only has minor paint loss, a few flea bites, and minor scratches. Not repainted no touch ups, no overspray. The factory original black grill is molded black plastic not painted. Picks up AM stations clearly and loudly up and down the dial without external antenna attachment. Strangely, the shortwave switch is located next to the tuning knob inside the radio. The only way to get to it is by removing the chassis from the cabinet! I was not able to pick up any shortwave stations. This radio is over 70 years old! All the dial numbering and lettering is crisp and clear. Clear dial plastic is original with very little hazing or yellowing and no cracks. The glass tuning dial plate underneath is clear not cracked. The tuning and volume dials work fine. The unit powers on and off with a definite click. The original bottom label is intact. All out of spec capacitors have been replaced with modern equivalents so this radio has another 50+ years or more of playing time! The tubes are working fine. All out-of-spec resistors have been replaced with modern correct value and voltage equivalents. The power cord and plug is in good working condition with no cracks, or splits or electrical tape repair. No exposed wiring. The radio has...

For just $219.00 Mahogany Marbled Brown Bakelite 1951 Zenith Model H724Z2 AM Tube Radio Great Player! DESCRIPTION: Tabletop tube AM radio manufactured by Zenith in 1951 in excellent working and physical condition. This radio is originally factory molded brown bakelite. Not repainted no overspray no touch up. No cracks, chips, or major scratches anywhere on the cabinet. There is a small pinhole in the upper left corner above the dial window. Knobs are original and securely attached. The black metal front tuning panel is in excellent condition. The clear plastic dial cover is original no cracks. No rust or pitting. No rub off. There is a little wear around the Zenith logo. Gold metal tuning indicator is original, securely attached, shiny and excellent condition. Features a convenient handle. This radio is over 65 years old! The tuning dial works fine. No slipping. On off switch turns on with a definite click. Volume works and is not scratchy. The dial light works and lights brightly. The power cable is a original in good working condition and securely attached. All paper and wax capacitors have been replaced with modern equivalents so this radio has another 50+ years or more of playing time! Picks up stations up and down the dial without external antenna. The tubes are working fine. All out-of-spec resistors have been replaced with modern correct value and voltage equivalents. There is no loud or pervasive hum. There is no loud or pervasive static between stations. The set has been aligned according to factory specifications. The radio has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected. All wiring has been thoroughly checked for possible bridging and weak solder connection. Comes from non-smoking, mature, clean professional environment. DIMENSIONS: Approximately 11" x 7" x 7" (l x w x h) COLOR: Brown YOUTUBE VIDEO here:https://youtu.be/yLTcyt3-Rd0 ADD BLUETOOTH MP3 for $99 more: See info here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/216063337/add-bluetooth?ref=shop_home_active_...

For just $219.00 Ivory Cream 1953 Capehart Model T-62 AM Vintage Tube Radio Looks Classy! DESCRIPTION: This is a solidly built radio with several costly features back in its day. It is a 6 tube circuit as opposed to the normal 5 tube. The addition of an RF pre-amp boosts the incoming radio signal. There is a color matching factory painted ivory bakelite back. Most radios from this period made do with a fiber board or cardboard back. This is a tabletop tube AM radio alarm manufactured by Capehart in 1953 in excellent+ working and physical condition. This is a factory original vanilla ivory painted bakelite cabinet. No repaint. No over spray. No touch up. None needed. There are several small flea bites throughout none bigger than a ball point pen tip. Picks up AM stations clearly and loudly up and down the dial without need of external antenna attachment. No chips, splits, or major scratches. The front grill is in excellent condition with no dents dings, or scratches. Knobs are original and securely attached. Missing the factory bottom labels. Clock works and keeps accurate time. Clock motor is silent. Alarm works. Clock and alarm set functions work. Sleep timer works. This radio is over 60 years old! All the dial numbering is crisp and clear. No missing ink, smudges, or rub-off on dial lettering. Part of the Capehart logo on front grill is missing. "Deluxe 6" model designation on front grill is intact. The tuning dial works fine and is securely attached. No slipping. All paper and wax capacitors have been replaced with modern equivalents so this radio has another 50+ years or more of playing time! The tubes are working fine. All out-of-spec resistors have been replaced with modern correct value and voltage equivalents. There is no loud or pervasive hum. There is no loud or pervasive static between stations. The set has been aligned according to factory specifications. The original power cord and plug are good original working condition with no cracks, or sp...

For just $319.00 WILD LOOKING MAROON FOOTBALL Retro Deco Modernist 1950 Sparton Model 132 AM Tube Radio Excellent Condition! DESCRIPTION: This is a rare and prescient design by the folks at Sparton. Looks current even by today's standards, but must have seemed bizarre and out of this world in 1950 when it was introduced. I like it better than the Zenith racetrack radio. Tabletop vacuum tube AM radio manufactured by the venerable Sparton company in early fifties in excellent to mint condition. Picks up AM stations clearly and loudly up and down the dial. This radio is louder than most and clear as a bell. Cabinet is original condition top and sides in original factory molded maroon plastic. No chips, or abrasions on top front or sides. Miracle, considering the thin unsupported expanse of top plastic. There is a hairline crack beginning on top by the back edge. There is a cigarette burn on the front edge above the volume knob. There is a crack on the bottom center starting from the back that has been repaired and stabilized. There is a crack on the right side starting from the back. No repaints. No repaints, touch-ups or oversprays. None needed. The only design of its kind. Original black metal grill is in excellent condition. The little plastic volume and tone covers are in very good condition with no broken tabs, cracks, warping, or rub off lettering. This radio is over 65 years old! The tuning dial works fine. Original power cable is securely attached no breaks, splits, or exposed wiring. Numerous surface scratches on the bottom but no cracks, chips, or missing material not even by the screw holes. Original backing board in good condition. All paper and wax capacitors have been replaced with modern equivalents so this radio has another 50+ years or more of playing time! All out-of-spec resistors have been replaced with modern correct value and voltage equivalents. There is no loud or pervasive hum. There is no loud or pervasive static between stations. Th...

For just $219.00 Walnut Brown Bakelite Vintage 1949 Philco Model 49-505 AM Radio Flawless and Sounds Amazing! DESCRIPTION: Another interesting creation from the mind of Philco. This radio looks like the front of a car. This radio also reminds me of the 1953 Ducretet Thomsen L624, one of my favorites, a singularly attractive radio, but lacks any of the hallmark features of an attractive radio. Tabletop tube radio manufactured by Philco in the 1949 timeframe still in excellent cosmetic and working condition. This design screams of post war industrial period. The replacement knobs are matching brown plastic. No chips, splits, abrasions, or missing material anywhere on the cabinet! This vintage radio is in the original factory color brown Bakelite still in shiny glossy condition. The amount of Bakelite used to manufacture this radio could probably put a few landfills out of business. If this thing were to fly through the air, its impact would be meteoric. A full 4lbs of Bakelite! All original knobs, dial pointer, etc are present, working, not missing. Picks up AM stations clearly and loudly up and down the dial without external antenna attachment. Excellent art deco cum industrial design! Convenient built in handle. All the dial numbering and lettering is crisp and clear. Clear dial plastic is original with very little hazing or yellowing and no cracks. No missing numbering, dots or dashes, or anything. No smudges or yellowing. The tuning and volume dials work fine. No slipping. The unit powers on and off with a definite click. The original bottom label is intact and in very good condition. All out of spec capacitors have been replaced with modern equivalents so this radio has another 50+ years or more of playing time! The tubes are working fine. All out-of-spec resistors have been replaced with modern correct value and voltage equivalents. The power cord and plug is original and in perfect working condition with no cracks, or splits or electrical tape repair....

For just $249.00 Cameo Pink Mid Century Vintage Retro 1958 Emerson Tube AM Clock Radio Sounds Great! DESCRIPTION: Tabletop tube AM clock radio alarm manufactured by Emerson in 1958 excellent+ working condition. Picks up AM stations clearly and loudly up and down the dial without need of external antenna attachment. Cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks or major scratches. There was a chip on the left top corner that has been repaired and repainted. One of the bottom legs is chipped but the radio does sit level on a flat surface. There is a small crack below the clock clear plastic glass on the white radio front. The front grill in excellent condition. The front Emerson logo is in excellent condition. The original knobs are solid and securely attached but volume knob ia missing its gold metal cap. The little clock knobs are original and securely attached. The clear clock bezel is a curious step design. Very mid century in concept. The tuning dial works fine and smooth no slipping. No clock light not designed with one. All paper and wax capacitors have been replaced with modern equivalents so this radio has another 50+ years or more of playing time! The clock works quietly and keeps accurate time. The alarm works. The buzzer works. The clock and alarm set function work. The tubes are working fine. All out-of-spec resistors have been replaced with modern correct value and voltage equivalents. There is no loud or pervasive hum. There is no loud or pervasive static between stations unless you operate near modern megahertz devices. The set has been aligned according to factory specifications. The thick power cord and plug are good original working condition with no cracks, or splits. No exposed wiring. The radio has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected. All wiring has been thoroughly checked for possible bridging and weak solder connection. Comes from non-smoking, mature, clean professional environment. DIMENSIONS: Approximately 12" x 5" x 6.5" (l x ...

For just $219.00 Art Deco Ivory Bakelite Vintage 1946 Philco Transitone 46-200 AM Radio Popular Design Back In Its Day! DESCRIPTION: This is one of the more recognizable and popular designs from the 40s. Very proportioned design and sounds great! Tabletop tube radio manufactured by Philco in the 1946 timeframe still in excellent cosmetic and working condition. Dial lights up brightly. The original knobs are matching brown plastic securely attached. No chips, splits, abrasions, or missing material anywhere on the cabinet! Original factory ivory paint over brown bakelite. The paint is in remarkable smooth shiny condition considering its age. Usually there's more paint loss, scratches, chips, or discoloration. This radio only has minor paint loss, a few flea bites, and minor scratches. Not repainted no touch ups no overspray. All original knobs, dial pointer, etc are present, working. The backing boards from these Philco 46, 47,48, 49-200s are missing 9 times out of 10 as it is here. Picks up AM stations clearly and loudly up and down the dial without external antenna attachment. Excellent art deco design! This radio is over 70 years old! All the dial numbering and lettering is crisp and clear. Clear dial plastic is original with very little hazing or yellowing and no cracks. No missing numbering, dots or dashes, or anything. No smudges or yellowing. The tuning and volume dials work fine. The unit powers on and off with a definite click. The original bottom label is intact. All out of spec capacitors have been replaced with modern equivalents so this radio has another 50+ years or more of playing time! The tubes are working fine. All out-of-spec resistors have been replaced with modern correct value and voltage equivalents. The power cord and plug is in good working condition with no cracks, or splits or electrical tape repair. No exposed wiring. The radio has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected. All wiring has been thoroughly checked for possible bridging ...