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Astron RS-20A Ham Radio Power Supply

Astron RS-20A Ham Radio Power Supply

115 VAC, 60 Hertz, output + 13.8 vdc 16 Amp continuous. 20 Amp regulated power supply. $65.00. (0021368)

 

Bradford Model Unknown (1960s)

Bradford Model Unknown (1960s)

Very nice, clean lines, good looking and good working five-tube set. The Bradford branded radios were manufactured in Japan and were sold by the W.T. Grant Department stores thru-out the U.S. They also manufactured many other electronics like transistor radios and TV's. 14"W x 6"H x 5-1/2"D. $87.00. (0021605)

 

Cobra Speaker (2000)

Cobra Speaker (2000)

In good condition, very nice; it's clean, no scratches dings or dents. $95.00. (0021619)

 

Crosley CR-1 (1993?)

Crosley CR-1 (1993?)

Here is Crosley's excellent reproduction of Zenith's 1938 so-called "Pancake" model 5-R-12. This a very nice performing set on AM and FM bands. The cassette player is not working. Its highly polished cabinet is in very nice condition without cracks or chips and it has a lighted dial too. 12"W x 7"H x 6"D. $44.00. (0021622)

 

Crosley CR49TA "Traveler"

Crosley CR49TA "Traveler"

The "Traveler" suitcase record player plays all three speeds, you can play your older 78 rpm and your favorite 33's and 45's as well. It has two speakers for excellent sound quality. Complete with power jack. $49.00. (0021615)

 

Crosley F5-TWE (1954)

Crosley F5-TWE (1954)

Made sold by Crosley for the kitchen; it was called "Musical Chef" and it features a wind-up timer that you see there on the left with the volume and tuner on the right side. This little set is working; brings in a few stations but needs work. There is one short crack next to the wind-up knob. 9-1/2"W x 6"H x 6"D. $39.50. (0021585)

 

Decca Portable Record Player (about 1960)

Decca Portable Record Player (about 1960)

Bring out all of your nice old favorite records, your 78's 45's and 33's too. It will play them all and sounds great. The amplifier has been completely restored by replacing all of the old type capacitors and replaced the electrolytics so there's no hum and had the power tube replaced. It has a good cartridge and a new needle. I have gone thru it cleaned and lubed all of the moving parts. The case is solid, shows some wear a few scuffs of course for its age but is pretty fair as you can see. $139.00. (0021448)

 

Emerson 559A (1948)

Emerson 559A (1948)

Nice portable set, not working though, a good project for a weekend for a handy guy or a gal. I have tested all of the tubes on my tube tester and their okay, This 75 year old chocolate colored faux alligator case is in very nice condition too with no cracks, chips or scratches. It has a good handle and the knobs are original. This little compact portable radio is 9"W x 7"H x 5"D. $44.00. (0021611)

 

General Electric 515-F (1951)

General Electric 515-F (1951)

A very nice looking radio, beautiful polished, swirled, marbleize maroon and gold case. It's been all gone through electronically restored and the radio and clock are working perfectly. Has a great sound bringing in many stations and looks great. There's a light scratch on top right but is very hard to see unless you're looking for it (see photo). 11-1/2"W x 6"H x 5-1/2"D. $110.00. (0021598)

 

Knight 605-7C (1946)

Knight 605-7C (1946)

Great looking and a great performing radio. This set has been completely restored, all of the old capacitors have been replaced with the new long lasting type. The electrolytic caps have been replaced too, and all the circuits and tubes checked. The radio has good volume on all stations. The cabinet is in excellent condition, the dial lights up. This radio receives on AM plus it has the old Police - Airport and five Short - Wave Bands. I have been able to pick up a little short-wave after sundown fairly good here where I am. 18"W x 10"H x 10"D; 17.8 lbs. $389.00. (0021566)

 

Motorola 52B5 (1951-52)

Motorola 52B5 (1951-52)

This good looking AM broadcast portable radio has an all metal case with a gold painted top and the lower covered with a black vinyl material. There are no scuffs in the vinyl or cracks or breaks, it's a very solid, nice case. The electronics have been upgraded with all the newer electronic parts and the radio plays very well, loud and clear and bringing in many stations. It works on standard AC household current. When it was used as a portable radio it required two "D" size batteries and a 67.5 volt "B" battery which is no longer available. 8-1/4"W x 6-1/4"H x 2-1/4"D. $69.00. (0021132)

 

Motorola 67L11 Portable (1947)

Motorola 67L11 Portable (1947)

Five-tube AM Broadcast portable with AC power. This set was made for Motorola by The Galvin Mfg. Co. 1947. It has been completely restored electronically with all of the older capacitors replaced with new, and new electrolytics have replaced the old ones too, so it will no longer have any background deep hum. The tubes have all been checked and good ones have replaced any that needed to be and this radio plays very well now. It has a good power cord. The faux snake-skin cabinet has some scuffing but very little it is mostly on the inside of the front cover (see picture). 13"W x 9-1/2"H x 6-1/4"D. $89.00. (0021434)

 

Penncrest 5512W (1960s)

Penncrest 5512W (1960s)

The Penncrest models were made for the JC Penny Co. just as Silvertone was made for Sears. This nice looking little Ultra Modern looking set brings in many stations. The case is in pretty fair condition with no chips or bad scratches. $79.00. (0021590)

 

Philco 48-250 (1948)

Philco 48-250 (1948)

This one and only colorful beauty has been electronically restored with all of the old capacitors replaced with new long lasting types, all circuits and tubes checked and she is working just like she should bringing in many stations all across the dial. That dial is a lighted dial too. I have replaced the old back with a nice new one. This very outstanding and colorful radio has been professionally repainted in beautiful glittering gold and Aqua colors. 11"W x 7"H x 6"D. $345.00. (0021582)

 

Philco 60 "Baby Grand" (1936)

Philco 60 "Baby Grand" (1936)

I received this set along with quite a few other radios, it's not working and I'm selling it as is. The speaker isn't original and has all original knobs except for one substitute. I did check all of the tubes, they're good. The chassis shows no rust. The cabinet is in very nice condition. $87.00. (0021604)

 

Philco 70 (1932)

Philco 70 (1932)

A true classic is the Philco 70 cathedral with seven tubes. The electrolytics have been replaced with new, so there is a good clear sound with no hum and all of the capacitors have also been replaced with new long lasting ones. Some resistors have also been replaced too. All tubes were checked and some replaced if needed and now they all meet specs. Has a good speaker cloth. I have replaced the old tattered power cord with a vintage type cloth covered on and antique plug. It has very nice finish. It brings in many stations with good clarity from the nice original speaker. The set has been aligned and weighs 29 lbs. 18"H x 16"W x 10-1/2"D. $325.00. (0021614)

 

Radio Cookie Jar (1995)

Radio Cookie Jar (1995)

Adorable Cookie Jar radio by Vandor, designed by Pelzman Designes and called "Cherry Wood." It's in a nice clean condition with a couple tiny little and un-photographable chips in the back bottom left corner. 9"H x 7-1/2"W x 5-1/2"D. $47.50. (0021617)

 

RCA 100A (1926)

RCA 100A (1926)

This vintage speaker's case is solid and shows no cracks or chips. The speaker cover will need to be replaced. I did check and found that it does work, I got a good report when tested with a battery. $34.00. (0021537)

 

Regal L-43 (1950)

Regal L-43 (1950)

Restored electronically with all the older capacitors replaced, tubes checked and is now working fine. The power cord has been replaced. The cabinet is in nice condition. 11-1/4"W x 8"H x 7-1/2"D. $259.00. (0021533)

 

Silvertone 3351 (1940)

Silvertone 3351 (1940)

This radio was named "The Commentator" by Sears & Roebuck who sold them in their department stores, but collectors call them "Candy Cane" because of the shape of the dial. This set has been electronically restored, all of the old types of capacitors have been removed and replaced with new modern and longer lasting types so this radio will be working for many, many more years.The Bakelite cabinet is in very nice condition too. 10-1/2"W x 5"H x 5-1/2"D; weighs 8 pounds. $197.50. (0021584)

 

Sony ICF-9550W (1971?)

Sony ICF-9550W (1971?)

This very nice looking two-band High-Fidelity Sony radio is in excellent working condition and brings in many stations with good clarity on both the AM and FM bands. It has Bass and Treble sound controls and a lighted dial. The nice looking Walnut cabinet is pretty flawless too. A good radio for your every day use. 14-1/2"W x 9"H x 6"D. $119.00. (0021621)

 

Stewart-Warner B51T1 (1948)

Stewart-Warner B51T1 (1948)

Amazing little five-tube superheterodyne AM radio which has now been electronically restored and is working perfectly. For such a small radio it has remarkably good quality sound. Its Ivory case is in excellent condition. 6"W x 5-1/2"H x 3-3/4"D. $225.00. (0021529)

 

Telex Hy-Gain Direction Control

Telex Hy-Gain Direction Control

This is used. It is working, well cared for and clean. $95.00. (0021369)

 

Unknown Radio (mid-1930s)

Unknown Radio (mid-1930s)

Found at an estate sale; this set has had some work done on it but doesn't work. The chassis is very clean. The case looks to have been recently redone too . 11-1/2"W x 8-1/4"H x 6-1/4"D. $94.00. (0021569)

 

Vintage Radio Note Cards

Vintage Radio Note Cards

Six card set of note cards with matching antique gold envelopes. Folded card size is 6" x 4-1/2". In plastic bag. $7.95. (0020958)

 

Zenith 6-D-616 Consol-Tone "Darth Vader" (1942)

Zenith 6-D-616 Consol-Tone "Darth Vader" (1942)

This classic pre-war radio with its outstanding boomerang dial was designed by Robert Budlong who was Zenith's most prolific radio designer. He also designed all of the Trans-Oceanic radios of the period. This particular radio is known to collectors as the "Darth Vader" radio for obvious reasons. The radio has been electronically restored, all old caps have been replaced, upgraded to new longer lasting capacitors. All tubes have been checked on my tube checker and now the radio is working very well. It has an internal loop antenna for its good reception. 12"W x 8"H x 7"D. $289.00. (0021557)
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