Greg Van Beek's Nostalgia Radio Attic

ON SALE
until
March 15

Mirror-Tone RC-4C7 (1946)
Manufactured by the John C. Meck company, this cute little four-tube set is labeled as a "Custom Mirror-Tone." It has been totally recapped and plays well with its attached long wire antenna connected to an external source (or use the attached 3.5mm aux cord included at no extra cost to play your own content through the radio). This no frills radio has no dial light, but it is easily readable without. The cabinet was nicely repainted by the previous owner with just a few minor blemishes. A nice little early post-war radio that doesn't take up a lot of shelf space at 8"W x 5-1/2"H x 5-1/2"D. Was $129.00, now $109.00. (1790445)

ON SALE
until
March 15

RCA 4X643 (1954)
First time on Radio Attic for this five-tube mid-century modern RCA Victor Golden Throat molded in solid black plastic with an ivory molded grille and gold accented dial scale. Radio has been totally recapped, silver mica disease corrected with five new micas, controls cleaned and lubricated for smooth operation. Receives all of my local stations with its built-in loop antenna or use the RCA jack in the back of the chassis to play your own content. Cabinet has a reinforced crack on the top corner, and a missing section of the front lip was replaced, necessitating a partial repaint of the cabinet. The original molded black shell has various minor scratches consistent with its age but it displays very nicely. 11-1/2"W x 7-1/4"H x 7"D. Was $109.00, now $99.00. (1790457)

Sonora YB-299 (1950)
First time on Radio Attic for this miniature Mid Century Modern five-tube Sonora. The natural finish cabinet still has a nice marble swirl pattern and no cracks. It has been recapped, mica replaced in IF can, controls cleaned & lubricated, so it plays loud and strong across the dial with its built-in loop antenna, or use the attached 3.5mm aux cord, included at no extra cost, to play your own content. Just 8"W x 5"H x 5"D. $109.00. (1790470)

Trav-Ler 45-36 (1950)
Compact midget Trav-ler. Basic four-tube radio with a built-in stick antenna for strong local stations or connect a long wire to the terminal on the back cover for more distant stations. The chassis has been gone through with all new capacitors and a strong set of tubes. The cabinet is molded in green plastic...it's not painted! There is a superficial crack on the top (see pictures) and someone etched their last name on the bottom of the cabinet. Other than that it displays very nicely and has a nice shine to it. Because of the circuit design my usual 3.5mm aux cord could not be installed on this chassis. Just 7"W x 5"H x 5"D. $129.00. (1790465)

Zenith 705 "Challenger" (1933)
The model 705 mantel radio debuted in the summer of 1933 as one of Zenith's many 700 series sets, introduced for the 1934 season. This six-tube set is surprisingly sensitive for a small depression era radio, receiving all of my local stations with its long wire connected to an external antenna. And it has AVC so no blasting as you reach a strong station. You can also use my attached 3.5mm aux cord to play your own content through the radio, included at no extra cost. A very stylish cabinet it was completely refinished using multiple toners to recreate the original multi-grain finish and topped with a light coat of clear enamel. Striking gold inlay piping and brass escutcheon & Zenith logo plate really makes the set pop! More-over, the right escutcheon and matching left name plate together foster the impression that the set is perpetually winking at you from its location up on the shelf! The chassis has been completely gone through with a strong tested set of tubes, all capacitors and out of tolerance resistors changed, new volume control and cloth line cord. On top of all of that, the original wood back cover is still intact! Just a nice time capsule of the early depression days that doesn't take up a lot of room at 15"W x 8-1/2"H x 8"D. $279.00. (1790460)

Airline 64WG-1801C (1946)
Five-tube Montgomery Ward Airline brand radio. Wood cabinet has been nicely refinished by previous owner. Nice clear externally mounted Lucite dial and graphics. Original grille cloth and back cover. Receives all of my local stations with ease with its built-in loop antenna. Chassis that has been recapped and populated with a strong tested set of tubes. Lighted dial with illuminated red dot at top. 13"W x 7-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D. $129.00. (1790449)

Coronado 587 (1938)
Simple five-tube, two-band (AM/SW) Gamble store brand Coronado housed in a stylish wood cabinet replete with bold wood grained front panel. The cabinet has been completely refinished by the previous owner and looks very nice with a few minor blemishes here and there. It receives all of my local stations with its long wire attached to an external antenna or use the attached 3.5mm aux cord to play your own audio through the radio, included at no extra cost. The chassis has been completely gone through with a strong tested set of tubes, all new capacitors, controls cleaned and lubricated for smooth operation, and a new line cord. Original and impossible to find plastic knobs and escutcheon molded in gold color! 15"W x 9"H x 8"D. $159.00. (1790467)

Coronado 623 (1938)
There were two different cabinet styles for the Gamble Stores brand Coronado 623. This is the first time for this cabinet design to appear on Radio Attic. Tastefully simple with speaker grille work that wraps around the side, striking wood inlay in contrasting veneer and simple yet elegant dial face with a brand new very bright green magic eye tube at the top. The cabinet has been completely refinished with multiple toners and topped with a spray of clear enamel. Six-tube, two band, AM and short wave, it receives all of my local stations with its long wire attached to an external antenna or use the attached 3.5mm aux cord to play your own audio through the radio, included at no extra cost. The chassis has been completely gone through with a strong tested set of tubes, all new capacitors, controls cleaned and lubricated for smooth operation, and a new line cord. 18"W x 9-1/2"H x 8-1/2"D. $219.00. (1790464)

Coronado 675 (1934)
First time on Radio Attic for this six-tube very Art Deco tombstone. There were actually two different versions of this same radio, one branded as an Imperial, and this one branded as a Coronado. Both were manufactured by Gamble-Skogmo, Inc. of Minneapolis MN, and marketed primarily in the Midwest at Gamble department stores. The Art Deco inspired design of the cabinet, featuring many different exotic veneers and inlays, has been totally refinished using multiple color toner and topped off with a light coat of clear enamel. The two band (AM/SW) chassis has been gone through with all new wax and filter capacitors. Comes with a strong tested set of tubes (a real mix bag of early tubes carried over into the 30's, from type 27, 37, 58 and two volt 2A5, 2A6, plus the 80 rectifier). New line cord and correct pattern grille cloth completes the extensive restoration. This set requires its wire antenna to be connected to an external source for more distant/SW reception. If you're looking for bold Art Deco/Moderne styling in a smaller sized tombstone, this is a prime example to consider. 16-1/4"H x 13"W x 10"D. $249.00. (1790473)

Firestone S7403-8 Air Chief (1939)
First time on Radio Attic for this six-tube, AM/SW Air Chief. It's a big radio with console sound from its newly reconed 6-inch speaker. Features a very stylish cabinet with ornate grille work and a gold escutcheon that surrounds a colorful dial that looks fantastic when illuminated. The cabinet has been completely refinished using multiple toners. Correct decals applied before a light coat of clear enamel for sheen and durability. Original and impossible to find bullet shaped knobs, unique push-button presets (the right hand button needs to be depressed for dial tuning) and the original back cover is present. It receives all of my local stations with its powerful built in loop antenna or use the attached 3.5mm aux cord to play your own audio through the radio, included at no extra cost. The chassis has been completely gone through with a strong tested set of tubes, all new capacitors, controls cleaned and lubricated for smooth operation, and a new line cord. 20"W x 11-1/4"H x 9-1/2"D. $199.00. (1790463)

Philco 39-6 (1939)
For those who collect original finish sets, this five-tube Philco is a real time capsule. It even features all of its original Philco branded tubes, save for one, that still test strong! New line cord is the only visible "modern" change. It has the original grille cloth and dial cover. The wood cabinet finish is all original with a few minor blemishes here and there consistent with its age. The set plays strong and receives all the local stations, requiring an external antenna to be attached to its long wire for distant stations. It's been totally recapped, controls cleaned and lubricated for smooth operation. Just a nice basic table model that receives well on AM or use the attached 3.5mm aux cord included at no extra cost to play your own content through the radio. 12-1/2"W x 8"H x 8"D. $149.00. (1790468)

Philco 40-145 (1940)
Six-tube AM/SW/Police band wood cabinet Philco with an early slide rule dial and five push-button presets. The sixth button on the right must be depressed for dial tuning. The cabinet was totally refinished using multiple toners, correct decals applied and topped with a spray of clear enamel. New grille cloth. The chassis has been gone through with all new capacitors, a strong tested set of tubes, new line cord. It plays loud and strong across the AM band easily receiving my local stations with its large built-in loop antenna. Shortwave is more active at night. Or use the 3.5mm cord to play your own content. 14-1/4"W x 10-1/4"H x 8-1/2"D. $149.00. (1790462)

Philco 45C "Butterfly" (1934)
For many radio collectors, a Philco "Butterfly" is a must have addition to their collections, one of the holy grails. The ultimate in Art Deco styling, the powerful six-tube, AM/SW chassis sits behind the butterfly wings of the two-tone cabinet, giving the illusion that this is a twin speaker set. It is not. But the one speaker Philco installed is big and powerful, delivering strong sound that can be regulated with its three-position tone control. The chassis was meticulously restored with all new capacitors and out of tolerance resistors changed. A strong tested set of tubes was installed, all controls were cleaned and lubricated. The set requires a long wire antenna to be attached to receive stations, or use the 3.5mm aux cord to play your own audio through the radio. The cabinet was completely refinished to match the original as close as possible. Accents are not black but rather an extra dark walnut as was the original cabinet. Caramel colored pinstripes were hand painted. Original metal back cover is present as well. These sets don't come up for sale very often, so if you've been searching for one, here's an example to consider. 16"W x 9-3/4"H x 9"D. $479.00. (1790461)

Philco PT-2 (1941)
First year of production for this popular cabinet design that appeared through 1949. This exceptional little Philco Transitone is outstanding in appearance, with its high gloss cream and golden yellow enamel color scheme. It is sure to be a focal point of the room. This five-tuber has been gone through with all new filter and paper capacitors, strong tested set of tubes, controls cleaned and lubricated. It plays loud and clear across the AM band with its built-in loop antenna, easily receiving all of my local stations. 3.5mm aux cord installed at no extra cost for more listening options. Original back intact. It doesn't take up a lot of space but makes a big impression to be sure! 11-1/2"W x 7-1/2"H x 7"D. $159.00. (1790471)

RCA 45X1 "Little Nipper" (1939)
This is an exceptionally compact, streamline Moderne style five-tube RCA dubbed the Little Nipper. The crack free natural finish cabinet features a nice marble swirl pattern. The radio has been totally recapped, controls cleaned and lubricated for smooth operation. Aux 3.5mm cord attached for playing your own content through the radio at no extra cost. It receives all of my local stations with its attached long wire simply draped out from the back of the set. Just 8-1/2"W x 5-1/4"H x 5"D. $149.00. (1790466)

Silvertone 4502A "Election" (1936)
See my other listing for the white plastic/Plaskon version of this popular compact radio. Take both for $165 plus shipping! This radio was nicknamed the "Election" because it was advertised by Sears as a perfect way to listen to the 1936 Presidential election results. Purportedly this was the first Bakelite radio sold by Sears under their Silvertone label. The solid molded black plastic cabinet is in very nice condition with no cracks or repairs. The radio has been totally recapped and all out of tolerance resistors were changed. This is one of those circuits where the antenna is connected directly to the volume control, so the louder you turn the volume, the stronger the stations come in. There is no AVC, so you have to adjust the volume as you tune. As such, my standard add-on 3.5mm cord could not be installed on this unit. The radio is playing well, picking up my local AM stations well with its antenna wire connected to an external source. Sears claimed that this radio took first prize in the Modern Plastics Competition as "an object of outstanding beauty." 9-1/2"W x 7"H x 6"D. $89.00. (1790427)

Silvertone 4505 "Election" (1936)
See my other listing for the black plastic version of this popular compact radio. Take both for $165 plus shipping! This radio was nicknamed the "Election" because it was advertised by Sears as a perfect way to listen to the 1936 Presidential election results. Purportedly this was the first Bakelite radio sold by Sears under their Silvertone label. White Plastic (Plaskon) cabinet is natural finish with a minor hairline under the grille and a repaired chipped piece on the lower side. The radio has been totally recapped and all out of tolerance resistors were changed. This is one of those circuits where the antenna is connected directly to the volume control, so the louder you turn the volume, the stronger the stations come in. There is no AVC, so you have to adjust the volume as you tune. As such, my standard add-on 3.5mm cord could not be installed on this unit. The radio is playing well, picking up my local AM stations well with its antenna wire connected to an external source. Sears claimed that this radio took first prize in the Modern Plastics Competition as "an object of outstanding beauty." 9-1/2"W x 7"H x 6"D. $89.00. (1790426)

Sonora RDU-209 (1946)
Exceptional six-tube Sonora housed in a totally unique wood cabinet with graceful flowing lines and a swept back "wave" top that compliments its beautiful multi-color curved glass dial scale. Hard to find original Sonora marble swirl knobs are intact as is the original back cover and cabinet labels. The middle knob is a tone control. The chassis has been gone through with all new capacitors, a strong tested set of tubes, new line cord. It plays loud and strong across the AM band easily receiving my local stations with its large built-in loop antenna. Or use the 3.5mm aux cord included at no extra cost to play your own content. The cabinet has been completely refinished with multiple toners and topped with a spray of clear enamel. 14"W x 9-1/2"H x 8-1/2"D. $149.00. (1790469)

Stromberg-Carlson 1101 (1946)
Classic six-tube Stromberg-Carlson given a cabinet make-over! The crack free cabinet was repainted in a striking light teal/blue and white two tone, accenting the sleek mid-century modern lines and making for a stunning display piece. It has a strong tested set of tubes, new line cord, been recapped, controls cleaned/lubricated, so it plays loud and strong across the dial with its built-in loop antenna or use the attached included free of charge 3.5mm aux cord to play your own audio content through the radio. 12-1/2"W x 7-1/2"H x 7"D. $159.00. (1790472)


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