Gence Alton's Radio Attic

Crosley CR52 "Dashboard"
If finding clean originals that are also affordable is getting to be a challenge for you as it is for me, these replicas really make us happy, don't they? I believe they were manufactured in the early 2000s, so they too are getting rarer in good working condition, like this one. It's been repainted with automotive paint that was left over from a 1965 Buick, and during that, the cassette was "deleted" for a more original look. It's sure nice to have a good-sounding one of the most iconic designs in radio ever, with the added convenience of AM/FM. If you prefer an untouched replica, I have one of those listed, too, if still available. $100.00. (1890040)

Philco 48-360 (1948)
What a classy portable! Made of wood with an intricate tambour, a roll-top lid that covers the dial. The cabinet is coated in a faux alligator-patterned skin, and the handle is a lighter brown leather. The wood has some blemishes that can easily be repaired; it's in nice shape overall. It comes untested with all the insides there, because the power cord is frayed and needs replacement, and I don't have the batteries. About 12"W x 10"H x 6"D. $200.00. (1890037)

Zenith K412-G (1953)
A working example of the zenith of Zenith's design, the famous "owl eyes" portable in rare dawn gray with a blueish hue. It has flaws cosmetically, the handle being broken on one side, for one, with some duct tape holding things together. The case has some faded paint areas with no cracks or chips on the case. With a donor handle, this beauty can be restored to its glory days, as it sounds great, and it's a rare miniature model. It does not come with a power cord. $150.00. (1890033)

Trav-Ler 5060 (1950)
Here's an iconic Trav-Ler 5060 from 1950. It's a shiny, deep brown. The knobs to me look like they have been tastefully replaced at one point, which explains why they are slightly wobbly. There are no chips or cracks, only a few age-appropriate scratches. It works great for the tender age of 75. I really love the contours of the speaker grille and how the dial and the knobs are reserved at the top for ergonomics. $100.00. (1890030)

RCA 6-XD-5C (1955)
I have two of these offered here; this is a two-tone black and gray one. Could it be any more 1955? I am not sure! This Golden Throat line 6-XD series, nicknamed "The Glendon," was, in my opinion, inspired by the dashboard radios of Chrysler's remarkable Town & Country car radios of the era. Check them out, and you'll agree. It has no chips or cracks, turns on and has a hum, could not get any stations on it, so I'm not sure why. It's a steal at $75! $75.00. (1890029)

Airline 84GCB-1062A (1948)
Here's a sophisticated compact portable by Airline, AKA Montgomery Ward, model 84GCB-1062A, circa 1948. I see another listed here on Radio Attic that's a complementary maroon colored one. I cannot even imagine how cute they'd look displayed side by side on a shelf. It comes untested due to the lack of the right battery to do so. The only cosmetic issue is well hidden inside the cover; there's a half dime-sized chip, but it does not affect a snug fit. This adorable little one ia about 7"W x 5"H x 3"D and is begging for a new home. $75.00. (1890027)

RCA 6-XF-9 (1954)
Plenty of Golden Throat mid-1950s RCAs out there, but not many with AM/FM! This black plastic case example, nicknamed "The Lindsay" has no chips or cracks. The knobs work as they should, it has a phono input too. The cord was unfortunately cut at some point, so it has not been tested. All the parts inside appear to be there. It's priced right to be restored back to its glory days. $75.00. (1890023)

General Electric 404 (1950)
This predecessor to the very popular 422 of 1951 is a very rare model; I can't find another example ever offered here. It's an early "Musaphonic" from General Electric, with a brown plastic chassis that has a swirl marbled look reminiscent of Catalin or Bakelite that looks absolutely gorgeous under light, as you can tell from the photos. The knobs have few areas of wear around their bases, and there are age-appropriate dings and tiny scratches all over the chassis. It unfortunately does not power on when plugged, but the back cover looks like no one has ever been inside it, yet. Affordably priced for the next owner to explore further! $100.00. (1890020)

General Electric 416F (1953)
Here's an alluring burgundy red "Musaphonic" 1953 plastic GE 416F that reminds me of the dashboards of the cars of the same era. It has some microcracks and scratches that do not distract from its beauty. There's a fairly large hairline crack at the top of the chassis towards the back, but as you can see from the photo, it's not easily visible. It works great, sounding loud and clear. The more I cleaned it, the more it shone, but I stopped worrying that I would fade the bright color. It;s up to the next owner to continue, perhaps with a full restoration! $100.00. (1890019)

Truetone D2819 (1948)
Here's another rare brand that was part of Western Auto Supply Company, you don't get to see too often, Truetone! And from what I can tell, this AM/FM dual band D2819 from 1949 is the first of its kind ever seen on Radio Attic. It's in good cosmetic condition, with no cracks or chips in the brown Bakelite chassis and matching knobs with handsome, subtle swirls. Equipped with "Truetone Stratoscope" per the back cover, I'm not sure exactly what technology that implies, but it sure sounds cool and futuristic for a radio that's 76 years old. Turns on, but there's a very loud hum, and the dial is not visible for some reason. It's a large and heavy model; about 13"W x 9"H x 7"D. $125.00. (1890017)

Stromberg-Carlson 1101-H (1946)
Just as the Second World War ended, consumer goods creativity and design took off. This ivory Bakelite version really shines with its gorgeous Art Deco design, including the hidden "handle" in the back for convenient portability. The Stromberg-Carlson company famously took over Alexander Graham Bell's telephone patent, exclusively manufacturing and selling them up until the model year of this radio. There are minor age-appropriate blemishes that have been carefully touched up. The paper label glued to the bottom is missing. It turns on and plays well, with a room-filling, authoritative, and clear sound. At this price? Not to miss! $100.00. (1890015)

Philco 52-941 "Sundial" (1952)
Here's a delightful design masterpiece you don't see too often. A Philco 52-941 from 1952, also known as the "Sundial" model due to its unique giant semicircular dial. The chassis is in its original ivory white with a few minor dings and dents where the paint has worn off and could easily be touched up or left in its original glory. I plugged it in, and it unfortunately did not turn on, yet under the cover, everything appears to be there as it originally was. There's some resistance to the tuning dial knob as it hits a third way from right to left, where it gets stuck. It's IMHO a steal at this price with its endearing one-of-a-kind looks. $100.00. (1890014)

Coronado 43-8353 (1947)
This rare example of the Coronado 43-8353 works well; it has a minor hum. The ivory Bakelite case is mostly original, with a few small areas that have been touched up with paint. There are no cracks or chips, but there are some minor stress cracks in the station selector buttons that work somewhat sporadically. The rear cover is original, slightly worn, and missing one of the corner tabs that secure it in place; the other tab and the screws do the job of holding it there well. A repaint could restore this pretty radio to show condition. The Coronado brand was owned by Gamble-Skogmo Inc. from 1920-1984. With only a few examples currently listed, I imagine these are getting pretty hard to find in good shape! $175.00. (1890012)

Zenith H723Z (1950)
Here's a striking example of Zenith's glorious Bakelite years. This dark brown H723Z with its iconic asymmetrical chassis, gold accents, and AM/FM dual band, it's a model way ahead of its time with this rare option. Both bands work and it sounds loud and clear. There are a couple of tiny hairline stress cracks when inspected carefully, but it's in excellent cosmetic condition for being a well-preserved 75-year original. About 13"W x 8"H x 8"D. $250.00. (1890011)

Zenith 5-G-401 "Universal" (1940)
This is a super cool 1940 Zenith 5-G-401 Universal Radio with a fabric-covered wood case from the early World War II era. It's portable with a handle, with the original battery inside that I did not try to get out, no visible leaks, but it's fairly snug in there. The power chord was changed at some point, needs reconnecting and a plug; therefore, it's unknown if it works or not. All the tubes are there and seem original. It's really in excellent cosmetic condition, being 85 years old, and it most likely won't take much to get it working. A ribbon connects a wavemagnet antenna to the chassis, which has suction cups. It has two headphone jack connections next to the dial. Measures approximately 12"W x 9"H x 9"D and weighs a ton. What a relic! $175.00. (1890010)

Zenith H503 (1951)
If you like portable "suitcase" radios, in my opinion, they rarely get prettier than this rare (only one ever seen on Radio Attic in 2005) 1951 Zenith H503 with a wood case finished in a smart brown faux alligator skin leather and flip top cover. It's in very good condition for its age (almost 75!) with minor wear, it also works great and sounds amazing when plugged into AC power. It has a battery compartment and a connection. The only "issue" I notice is the missing (cut?) leather flap to secure the front cover shut. It has the coolest wartime period decal that reads "When Civil Defense Sirens Sound..." that I've never seen before. About 14"W x 11"H x 7"D. $150.00. (1890009)

Remler 5100 "Scottie" (1941)
A hard-to-come-by ivory colored Plaskon 1941 Remler 5100 "Scottie" here. The case has a couple of cracks running in from the left handle corner that have been touched up; they are extremely common with these and are on the milder side. Just the left side of the dial lights up when turned on, warms up without any issues, and tunes and sounds great. These were made in San Francisco, and the dial shows California-specific stations of the era. $275.00. (1890004)

Crosley 11-AH (1940/41)
Bakelite Crosley collectors! This has to be the nicest working example of a circa 1940/1941 model 11-AH out there. The case is in good condition with no cracks or chips, showing the original ivory finish well, with minor wear that seems to have been touched up. It plays well and sounds loud and clear. The back cover is missing. $300.00. (1890002)


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