Larry Martine's Attic

Addison 5 "Courthouse" (1940)
I am only the 2nd owner of this set. Here is an all-original Addison Model 5 Catalin radio in a dark green/ebony cabinet with spectacular yellow/gold/green marbleizing and a gorgeous deep shine. The cabinet has no cracks, chips, hairlines, tube burns or repairs. The grill cloth and dial glass are original as are the five butterscotch vertical grille bars and three butterscotch pinwheel knobs, all of which are in mint condition. The radio retains the original manufacturer's sticker affixed to the cabinet bottom. This is truly a spectacular example of this radio that would be an incredible addition to any collection. The chassis is complete but sold "as-is" and "non-working" so if you’re one of the very few who play your Catalins, please have it restored by a qualified technician prior to use. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 12-1/2"W x 9"H x 7"D. $2,800.00. (1750102)

Arvin 547A "Lefty" (1948)
This is a seldom seen Deco-style radio that usually comes with brown knobs. But these rare ivory knobs are original to this set according to Sams Photofact set 42 folder 3, published in July 1948 (included with purchase). Its Bakelite cabinet is in perfect mint condition and has a deep chocolate swirl finish that retains its original beautiful shine. Its gold foil dial is in perfect condition and lights up beautifully in the dark. It even comes complete with the original cardboard backing. It was restored by its previous owner and plays great across the dial. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 9"W x 6-1/2"H x 6"D. $427.00. (1750034)

Arvin 2581 (1958)
Here is a very desirable radio in an extremely rare "Flame" color from the late 50's manufactured by the Arvin Noblitt-Sparks company. The cabinet is original factory molded (not painted) Polystyrene plastic color. As with most of these these sets, there is small (3/4") hairline crack on top from the back edge (see photos). The chassis has been totally restored with any necessary tubes and electrolytics replaced so it is picking up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. Ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 9"W x 5-1/2"H x 4"D. $575.00. (1750103)

Belmont 526 "Freshman" (1938)
Just restored! This 82-year old "toaster-style" radio is one of those rare and collectible finds that would have to be new in the box to be nicer. The black Bakelite cabinet still retains its original high gloss shine, and it's in perfect shape with no cracks, hairlines or chips. The grille cloth, knobs, pre-set levers and complete bottom label are all original and also cosmetically perfect. The pre-sets levers are in fine working order as well. The only imperfections I can find are a light fading of "ESH" in the "FRESHMAN" dial and the missing call letters above each pre-set lever. However, I will include five station tabs for you to add to the cabinet, but not necessarily those which match radio stations in your area past or present. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 10"W x 7-1/2"H x 6"D. $515.00. (1750065)

Emerson 540A "Emersonette" (1947)
Here is a 1947 "Emersonette" in an extremely rare pistachio green Plaskon case. These cases are very fragile and as a result relatively few have survived. The only flaw to its Plaskon (not painted) case are the two small lacquer burns on its top (the largest of which is 3/8" wide) and one on its front grille, all of which most likely happened in the original molding process. Otherwise the cabinet is in immaculate condition with no hairlines, cracks or chips anywhere, and it still retains its original glossy finish. The grille cloth, black bullet-style knobs, electrical cord and plug, dial, dial glass and almost-perfect back panel that bows out to accommodate a loop antenna are original to the set. The dial lights up beautifully in the dark. All electrolytics and weak tubes have been replaced and a NOS I.F. can installed so it picks up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. This All-American five-tube set is the smallest AC/DC Superhet ever made. Today, the 540A is highly collectible and the red and pistachio green ones in clean, undamaged condition can command a price that runs into four figures. Ready to display and play! About 6-1/2"W x 4-3/4"H x 3-1/4"D. $895.00. (1750098)

Emerson 587A (1949)
This Bakelite radio is proof that big things come in small packages. This set may be tiny but its reception is spectacular due to the internal loop antenna that comes standard. It has five tubes and a nicely lighted dial. It is simply a beautiful black color with plenty of sheen. The case is in perfect original condition with no cracks, chips, breaks or hairlines. It has been fully restored for safe, reliable use. All tubes have been tested and set to factory specs. Ready to be displayed and enjoyed. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 9-1/2"W x 6"H x 6"D. $275.00. (1750008)

Emerson 588A "Eames" (1948)
The Emerson 588A is one of just two radios designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the Emerson Radio and Phonograph Company (see my other Attic listings for the Model 578A, the smaller of the two). This all-original radio's walnut veneer cabinet is made of bent plywood, the classic hallmark of Charles and Ray Eames. Its Bakelite Ferris wheel knobs, Plaskon dial face, backlit dial, and back panel are all original and in mint condition. This five-tube superhet now picks up local stations across the AM band loud and clear. In near mint condition, it's ready to play and display! Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 11"W x 6"H x 5"D. $325.00. (1750074)

Emerson 707B "Sunburst" (1952)
These four Art Deco Emerson Model 707B radios in Maroon, Chartreuse, Pink and Ivory are being sold as a set and will serve as an incredible addition to your radio collection. You'll just need to collect the one remaining color to complete the set: Gunmetal Gray (almost Brown). The Chartreuse model is the most scarce of all five colors. Each of the four "Sunbursts" has just been completely serviced with new electrolytics and tubulars. They've also been re-aligned so that each now picks up local stations loud and clear across the AM band. The Ivory set also comes with a Bluetooth module so you can play tunes directly from your phone or other device on this one. Their all-original plastic cabinets are in excellent condition too. No cracks, hairlines or major scratches anywhere to distract from their glossy factory finish or "sunburst" dial face (the pink set just has two very small, hardly noticeable chips on its top front edge). More great radios from my personal, smoke-free collection. Each radio is about 6-1/4"H x 5"W x 5"D. $1,890.00. (1750083)

Emerson DR-352 w/Ingraham Cabinet (1941)
This is a rare 1941 pre-war radio in an absolutely gorgeous Ingraham cabinet that has been totally restored, both inside and out. The immaculate cabinet has been refinished. All moving parts including its tuning assembly have been cleaned and lubed, all caps and weak tubes have been replaced, and the cabinet and dial marker have been hand polished and detailed. The grill cloth, power cord and Emerson decal are new replacements. The radio was aligned and tuned for optimal reception using the internal loop antenna and now picks up my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. Ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal smoke-free collection. About 14-1/2"W x 9-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D. $750.00. (1750089)

Goodyear "Model Unknown" (1939)
This Art Deco table top set is truly rare, the only one of its kind I've seen in over 35 years of collecting radios. Its streamlined Bakelite cabinet with curved horizontal grill, backlit dial, Tenite knobs and working pre-sets is all-original. It even still includes its original Goodyear-branded tubes! Its chassis has been completely serviced and now picks up stations across the AM dial loud and clear with the help of the external antenna included. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 11-1/2"W x 6-7/8"H x 6-1/2"D. $460.00. (1750069)

Philco D-595-124 (1956)
The Philco D-595-124 is a very obscure Atomic Age radio, particularly in this more desirable cranberry (not painted) Styrene cabinet. Manufactured in 1956, this five-tube radio has been totally restored inside and out. All parts have been cleaned and lubed, all caps and weak tubes have been replaced, the grill assembly was removed and, along with the cabinet and knobs, hand polished. The case is immaculate with no hairlines, cracks or chips. The knobs and back panel are original. Having just been completely restored inside and out, it is a real player that picks up my local stations loud and clear across the entire AM dial loud. This rare Atomic Age radio would make a great addition to any collection. Ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal smoke-free collection. About 10"W x 6"H x 5-1/2"D. $625.00. (1750088)

Philco PT-49 Transitone "Harp" (1940)
Just restored! Introduced in June 1940 as part of Philco's 1941 lineup, just 5,700 sets were produced of this beautiful pre-War radio. The very striking harp-shaped walnut case with Zebrawood veneer trim was just refinished and hand polished to a gorgeous patina. Its vertical louvered grille is in mint condition. Its claw feet, knobs, speaker cloth, dial, dial cover and power cord are all original. The dial lights up beautifully in the dark. This set has been electronically restored and puts out big sound across the AM dial thanks to its five tubes and 6-inch electrodynamic speaker which provide outstanding resonant tone and great sensitivity. A portion of its bottom label remains. The back panel is a replacement. This is an excellent near mint example of an obscure radio that would be a terrific addition to any collection. Ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 13"W x 9-1/2"H x 7"D. $640.00. (1750105)

Philco TH-17 "Transitone" (1940)
Introduced in June 1939 to replace the TH-4, this model, the TH-17, offered an additional handle and Bakelite back to conceal the newly introduced big loop antenna. The Bakelite cabinet including grille cloth is all-original and in perfect condition with no breaks, chips or hairlines. The chassis was serviced by the previous owner and picks up all my local stations. The pre-sets don't work except for the one labeled "DIAL." The grille cloth, dial and front louvered add the finishing touches to this beautiful Art Deco design. In all, 17,030 of these sets were made and originally sold for $11.95. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 8-1/2"W x 6-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D. $360.00. (1750026)

Philips 834C Cathedral (1933)
This rare Swiss-made radio is rarely seen in the US, and it's even more rare to find one that works! This almost 90-year old set has been totally restored inside and out and now picks up my local AM stations across the dial with help from the supplied external antenna. A new electrical cord with a period-correct Bakelite on/off switch and plug have been added. The left knob controls the volume. The right knob was once used to pick up long distance stations. Its original grille cloth is in mint shape. Its base and marbled domed cabinet with Bakelite front have been refinished to their original luster. I originally obtained it from a collector in Poland. It is a substantial set. Schematic included with purchase. See copy of original ad in French. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 18"H x 15-1/2"W x 8-1/2"D. $1,675.00. (1750082)

RCA 1AX “Nipper” (1940)
A collector’s favorite, this Deco radio has been electronically restored by the previous owner to be sure all circuits are working perfectly. For a small size set this five-tube radio has the power. It has a large wire-wound antenna for good reception. The molded Bakelite case retains its original sheen and is in great condition with no chips, cracks, hairlines or scratches. The original dial and pointer are in perfect condition. The dial shows Nipper the RCA dog "listening to his master's voice" and lights up beautifully in the dark. Missing back panel. New power cord. Another great radio from personal, smoke-free collection. About 9-7/8"W x 6-7/8"H x 6-3/4"D. $500.00. (1750064)

RCA Victor 6-X-8 "Wilshire" (1955)
This "Wilshire" is a seldom seen mid-century set. Its chassis has just been completely serviced with new electrolytics and tubulars. It's also been re-aligned so that this five-tube set now picks up local stations loud and clear across the AM band. Its all-original plastic cabinet is in excellent condition too. No cracks, chips, or major scratches anywhere to distract from its glossy factory finish. The palm-size tuning knob is a gorgeous gold with normal wear on its dial numbering. The gold front grille is actually a metal piece, not plastic. No rust or pitting or tarnishing. The back panel and bottom label are in mint shape. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 12"W x 5"H x 5-1/2"D. $678.00. (1750076)

RCA Victor 66X8 Catalin "Tuna Boat" (1946)
Known to collectors as the "Tuna Boat," this Catalin cabinet with a very low serial number has the distinction of being the largest Catalin radio ever manufactured. The black Catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of yellow, gold, orange, green and brown that add depth to an already stunning radio. The chassis has been totally cleaned and restored with all capacitors, pilot lamps, and weak tubes replaced, all resistors and controls checked, and the 2nd IF transformer repaired. The radio cabinet has been cleaned and polished to an incredible gloss. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The three golden-swirled Bakelite knobs are original to the radio as is the crystal clear dial glass, gold grille cloth, rear panel and bottom manufacturer's sticker denoting its "3105" serial number. The electrical cord is a new replacement. Now picking up all my local stations clearly across the dial, this beauty is now ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 15-1/4"W x 8-3/4"H x 6-3/4"D. $1,495.00. (1750092)

RCA 115 "Skyscraper" (1933)
This seldom seen Art Deco radio, nicknamed the "Skyscraper" for its spectacular stepped skyscraper shape, symmetrical design, and beautiful colored wood, was manufactured in 1933 by the RCA Victor Company. It has been totally restored both inside and out very recently. The cabinet has been refinished top to bottom and is in near mint condition with a few hardly noticeable hairlines in the wooden facade. This five-tube set also has the original manufacturer's tag on both the cabinet and chassis. The dial, RCA foil tag, knobs and gold patterned grille cloth are all original and in mint condition. The power cord is a correct replacement. All weak tubes and electrolytics have been replaced and it is picking up my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial with the help of the supplied external antenna. Ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 13-1/2"W x 9"H x 7-3/4"D. $1,126.00. (1750085)

Silvertone 6405 (1940)
This is a rather scarce midget tube radio with an Art Deco design. It is a fully restored little beauty with two thumb knobs, one for on-off volume and one for tuning. Back panel is missing. This radio comes standard with no dial glass and is another radio with an upside-down chassis. Since dust couldn't settle on it over the years and foster corrosion, the chassis is especially clean after this restoration. The cabinet has no cracks, breaks, or hairlines. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 7-3/4"W x 5"H x 5-1/2"D. $535.00. (1750002)

Silvertone 7008 Beetle "Candycane" (AKA "Commentator," 1941)
This is a rare Beetle Plaskon set in mint working order condition. Even rarer is that its all-original toaster-style cabinet has no hairlines, cracks or chips and it's picking up all my local stations across the AM dial. The electrolytics have been restored and the weak tubes replaced. Its dial lights up beautifully in the dark. Ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 10"W x 6"H x 5"D. $450.00. (1750096)

Stewart-Warner 07-512-S "Campus" (1939)
This five-tube super-het ivory Plaskon bullet-shaped radio picks up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. The dial light illuminates the outline of the dial and pointer (which is often missing) when lit. The radio cabinet has a hairline fracture on the top and some minor re-paint loss but neither detracts from its streamlined beauty when on display (see photos). The radio's dial and dial pointer, rear panel and electrical cord are all original. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 9"W x 6"H x 5"D. $195.00. (1750094)

Stewart-Warner B51T2 "AirPal" (1948)
In Radio Attic's over 20 years of existence, this is the first of this model for sale. This is a very rare all-original Deco radio that not only has its original grille cloth, but it also has been totally restored inside and out and is now electronically restored to factory specs. The case has no chips, cracks or hairlines. Its dial pointer has been calibrated and reaches across the dial from end-to-end. Original label is still attached. It plays extremely well across the dial but would benefit from an external antenna that connects to the original short wire provided. About 10-1/4"W x 5"H x 3-1/4"D. $405.00. (1750028)

Stewart-Warner B61T2 "Ferrodyne" (1949)
Produced only in 1949, this set is all-original and in excellent working condition. This is a six-tube radio, AM band only model. It even comes complete with its extremely rare original instructions to explain the three control knobs! Tuning is easy, and the sound is strong and clear. The case with wrap-around louvered grille is not Bakelite but an early Polystyrene "mahogany" cabinet with lots of brown swirls. The asymmetrical streamlined Art Deco styling and illuminated dial makes this set a real show-stopper. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. In fact, this was just the 3rd radio I ever bought back in 1982. About 14-1/2"W x 8"H c 7"D. $395.00. (1750015)

Emerson 578A "Eames" (1946)
Except for its replacement cord, this is an all-original radio designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1946. It is in near mint condition. Its chassis was fully restored by the previous owner and it plays great across the dial. The original speaker is in good condition. Its cabinet is made of molded birch plywood with ash veneer and retains its original finish. The original Plaskon dial face has no cracks, and the dial lights up nicely. The original Plaskon "Ferris wheel" knobs are in great shape too. It retains its original back cover imprinted with its "578A" model number. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 9"W x 6-1/2"H x 5-1/2"D. $350.00. (1750036)

Motorola 57R4 (1957)
This is very likely the finest example of this atomic mid-century radio you'll every find -- it's truly museum quality. Its pastel pink cabinet is in pristine condition with no heat spots, cracks, chips, hairlines or surface scratches and is picking up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. Its original propeller knobs are pearly white (not discolored yellow as is common to this set) and in mint condition with no cracks, chips or hairlines. Its panel back and power cord are original and in mint condition. The radio has been serviced, thoroughly cleaned and inspected. Another great radio from my personal smoke-free collection. About 11-1/2"W x 5-1/2"H x 4-1/2"D. $922.75. (1750095)

Philco PT-46 "Transitone" (1940)
Introduced in January 1940 as a replacement for the August 1939 Model PT-45, just 4,475 of these models were made. The brown Bakelite cabinet with gorgeous louvered Art Deco design retains a beautiful shine that contrasts nicely with its white preset push buttons and matching white torpedo knobs. The case is in mint condition with no breaks, cracks or hairlines. The dial lights up nicely. A perfect replacement Retro-Tronics back is on the set. The set takes a little while to warm up, but the radio plays very well across the dial when the accompanying wire antenna is extended. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 9-3/4"W x 6-1/2"H x 4-1/2"D. $353.00. (1750035)

Philco PT-61 "Pagoda" AKA "Jewel Case" (1940)
Here's your chance to add one of most beautiful and unique radios ever designed to your collection. Philco introduced the fabulous PT-61 in the summer or fall of 1939 as part of their line-up for the 1939/1940 model year. The cabinet has been beautifully restored and refinished to accentuate its three colorful rare wood veneers: Aspen in the upper half, Mexican Accra in the lower half, and Birch in the curved base. The set still retains its original label on the bottom, its original swirled Bakelite knobs and back panel. The metal dial with red dial pointer is also original and lights up beautifully in the dark. The plastic dial lens and grille cloth are replacements and in perfect condition. It has a new power cord. The chassis has had a complete restoration with all weak tubes and capacitors replaced, all contacts cleaned and moving parts lubricated so it's picking up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 10"W x 8-1/2"H x 6"D. $755.00. (1750100)