Mark Toppo's Attic

Airline 62-367 (1937)
The 1937 Airline is a great example of how dials were changing in design with this unusual telephone dial. There is a repaired crack in the dial on the back side that can not be seen. Also note that there are two fine hairline cracks in the center of the dial which have spread in the last several years that I have owned it. Otherwise the set is in excellent condition. It retains the original knobs and grille cloth. The trim has been refinished and the balance is all original. It has been serviced and a very strong performer on both AM and shortwave. As nice as you will find. 23"W x 12"H x 10"D. $499.00. (0260807)

Airline 84GCB-1062A
The first one of these I've seen in maroon. The mounting holes for the back were damaged and reinforced so the back stays on. Otherwise it is in excellent condition. This set is untested and offered as is. 6-1/2"W x 4-1/2"H x 3-1/4"D. $79.00. (0260784)

Algene AR-5-U Portable w/Snake Skin Case
For the collector that has been looking for a radio in a red snake skin cosmetic case, look no further. The radio dates from the late 1940's and sports Lucite knobs, handle and grille. The case shows some wear, but overall in very good original condition including the grille cloth. The power cord is rather short given that you have to store it under the lid. The mirror is a little cloudy from age. It has a lighted dial. The set has been serviced and plays good. 11"W x 7-1/2"H x 6"D. $225.00. (0260697)

Atwater Kent 10C-4700
The iconic AK breadboards were among the first radios to be collected and preserved. This model 10C saw some restoration at some point in the past. The board was refinished and well done. It is missing some trim grommets. The wires that pass through the board to the detector are missing the brass eyelets that mount in the board. The grommet that the power cord passes through is missing. The wire on the coils show some fraying. The Bakelite is very good with just a 1/4" hairline at one tube socket in the detector which is hard to see. The model tag is there but missing the warranty tag. Overall this is a nice clean example that displays beautifully. All the O1A tubes test good. It has not been electrically serviced and is sold untested. $799.00. (0260773)

Atwater Kent 44 (1928)
Among the new line of AC radios in 1928 was the model 44. It came with a price tag of $106.00 without tubes. An additional $20.00 was needed for the model E2 speaker. The speaker is pictured for display only and is not included. All eight tubes are the period correct globe style. It also has the original power cord. There is only very minor cabinet wear and some discoloration of the grille cloth. The set has not been serviced, but when tested I received several stations with good clear sound. The long distance switch did not seem to have any effect. Sold for presentation and display. $295.00. (0260810)

Atwater Kent 49 (1928)
The Atwater Kent model 49 dating from the 1928 was battery operated using six tubes. This appears to be all original including the finish. I did replace the rubber feet on the base. One of the best examples from this period that I've seen. All the 01A tubes test very good. The power cord wires are labeled and connector clips were added at some point. It is otherwise offered untested. $199.00. (0260809)

Davison Haynes Aero
The only identification is Aero on the escutcheon and the number 15997 on the label. This is an extremely rare radio and is the only example I'm aware of. There is little documentation about the company and it appears they were only in business from 1930 to 31. The chassis was assembled at Gilfillan Bros. Plant in L.A. The chassis is the same used in their model 92 and 93 consoles. The radio is in beautiful condition inside and out. The chassis is super clean with no corrosion. The set was serviced by the former owner and plays fine with strong reception. The cabinet has been refinished. The grille cloth is a replacement, but I believe the knobs are original to the set. There is no schematic for this set and so it is offered primarily for display and preservation. 16-1/2"H x 15"W x 9-1/2"D. $749.00. (0260733)

Emerson 414 "Wheat" (1933)
Also known as "Fleur-de-Lis," the model 414 dates from 1933. The chassis was also used in the Mickey Mouse and Snow White sets produced by Emerson. These sets are a rare find in excellent all original condition down to the power cord. This example uses a pin drive high impedance speaker rather than the field coil type as both have shown up with this chassis. Unfortunately I could not adjust this speaker to handle higher volume. Otherwise the chassis has been restored and is receiving several stations that you can listen to at low volume. It is ready for display. 7-1/2"W x 7-1/2"H x 5"D. $595.00. (0260785)

Emerson DM331 (1940)
Ingraham cabinetry has been prizes by collectors for decades. This 1940 example is as nice an original set as you will ever find. I did replace the knob decals but the Emerson decal is original as is the entire finish. The chassis has been serviced and plays well. A beautiful example. 16"W x 10-1/2"H x 7-1/2"D. $289.00. (0260805)

Monmouth Producers Dynamitone
Made in Cleveland Ohio by Monmouth Producers in the 1920's. There is no information anywhere regarding this company. The speaker does not show up in any books or the internet. The grille cloth is a correct reproduction of the original. Otherwise the speaker is in excellent original condition. It has been tested and works well. 12"H x 11-1/2"W x 6-1/2"D. $159.00. (0260757)

Packard-Bell 566 (1946)
Packard-Bell produced a number of models with the chassis mounting in the base. The 566 dates from 1946. There is a hairline crack in the handle as shown. It was secured with epoxy from the underside. The original paper dial is distorted but very legible and rare to find intact. It retains the original finish and overall a very nice clean example. It has been serviced and plays well. 12"W x 8"H x 6-1/2"D. $169.00. (0260806)

Philco 38-7CS (1938)
The chairside in the 1930's became a practical alternative to the console. The 1938 Philco chairside offered is a nice example retaining most of the original finish. The grille cloth is the correct reproduction replacement. Simple lines with Art Deco style, it works with any decor. The radio has been serviced and plays well on AM but I get very little on Short Wave. 24"W x 15"W x 22-1/2"H. $449.00. (0260819)

Philco 70 Cathedral
Made in 1931, the model 70 is among the most sought after cathedral radios. This example displays a radio in excellent original condition. The grille cloth has been replaced with correct reproduction cloth, but otherwise a preserved original set. The chassis has been serviced and plays well. A must for an antique radio collection with this one ready to display and enjoy. 18"H x 16"W x 10"D. $699.00. (0260771)

Rca Victor 68R3 (1946)
This 1946 RCA has AM/FM using the current FM band. The radio is offered unrestored. It is receiving stations on AM but does not receive FM. The cabinet is in good condition showing some wear with just some small edge chips on the bottom edge of the left side as shown. A nice complete set including the original back ready to restore or display as is. 17"W X 12-1/2"H x 9"D. $109.00. (0260817)

RCA 96T7 (1939)
Offered in 1939, this radio has Deco appeal with chrome and silver accents. The radio is missing one push button, but they all need to be replaced. there is a crack in the marbleized Tenite grille as shown. The radio retains the original finish and the set is in overall good condition. The radio has not been restored, but is fully operational. The radio plays fine with all controls working well. The radio is being sold as found. 15-1/2"W x 12-1/2"H x 8-1/2"D. $59.00. (0260673)

RESAS Type ST "Tone-A-Dyne"
A RESAS radio has never been offered on the Radio Attic. This model ST is an extremely rare find and in very good overall condition. It was refinished sometime in the past and still displays fine. There is a 1" crack at the base of the panel above the center screw as shown. It is missing the label that mounted under the lid. It otherwise appears complete and original. The set is untested and sold as found. It is offered without tubes but a good set of globe O1A tubes can be provided at additional cost. 24"W x 8"H x 9"D. $249.00. (0260767)

Rola Horn Speaker
Offered is a very nice Rola Horn Speaker. It has been repainted but it still retains the original crackle finish. I believe the base felt and cord are original. The chrome is not perfect but much better than average. I tested the speaker on my federal model 110 and it worked well. $289.00. (0260818)

Sentinel 6315 Tombstone
In Stein's Volume 4 price guide, this radio listed as a Radolek with a slightly different cabinet. It is noted as a Sentinel 6315 on the inside label and is listed in Riders Volume 5. The set retains the original finish except for the base. The knobs and grille cloth are also original. This rare radio that has only a 1/4" x 3/4" dial opening as it drops down to reveal each of the four bands. It also has a functional tuning meter. in excellent original condition this unusual Deco radio has it all. The set has been serviced and plays on both AM and SW. 14-1/2"H x 13-1/4"W x 7"D. $749.00. (0260708)

Silvertone 4463 (1937)
Dating from 1937, this model displays the large round dial that had become popular. The cabinet was restored at sometime in the past. There is a repair in the dial escutcheon above 1000 on the dial. Overall the radio displays well. It retains the original grille cloth and knobs. The chassis has been serviced and is complete with original speaker. The radio plays receiving AM and short wave. 16-1/2"H x 12-1/2"W x 9"D. $449.00. (0260795)

Stewart-Warner R110AT (1933)
There were several different radios offered by Stewart-Warner with the 110 series chassis. This 1933 ten-tube set has twin speakers. Offered is the rare three-knob version which does not have short wave bands. At some point part of the dial rim above 150 chipped off and was glued back in as shown. The sides are planks of solid wood glued together. There is a separation between the two planks on the left side as shown; neither defect detracts from the overall set. It retains an excellent finish with original grille cloth. The radio has been serviced and is a strong performer across the AM band. $749.00. (0260814)

Stromberg-Carlson 240H (1937)
This is only the second example to be offered on the Radio Attic. The eleven-tube 1937 model 240H is a rare find. It is missing the ornate Bakelite speaker grille. It has a new exact reproduction dial and dial cover. Four of the knobs are also reproduction. All the knobs decals have been replaced back to original. New grille cloth was added to replace the grille. The cabinet has been refinished and displays well. The chassis has been serviced complete with new power cord and bright new eye tube. It plays well receiving both AM and Short Wave. 25"W x 13-1/2"H x 10"D. $1,199.00. (0260766)

Ultra 22 (1934)
Made in 1934 by Ultra Electric LTD. of London England. The grille cloth has been replaced but otherwise all original. The entire cabinet is Birdseye maple which was cleaned and preserved with a lacquer clear coat. The trim including the knobs were done in aluminum. The lower tray was distorted causing a crack which was repaired. Overall it is in excellent condition. The set has not been serviced and operates at 220V. I was able to test it at 150V. receiving one station with low volume but clear sound. It is heavy! 19"H x 15-1/2"W x 10"D. $649.00. (0260783)

Wurlitzer Radio (1928)
Offered is the only example of this rare 1928 radio that I'm aware of. From the original finish to the chassis you could not find a better example. It was loved by the same family until I acquired it in 2008. In addition something you never see is the original wood back. The chassis was made by All-American Mohawk. The cabinets were made by Wurlitzer. The cabinet and finish are in excellent condition with no damage from top to bottom. The radio has not been serviced and retains the original braided cords. It still plays well picking up several stations with good volume and clear sound. Buyer may pick up or arrange shipping. $1,099.00. (0260813)

Zenith 5-R-312 (1939)
These sets became popular with collectors over 30 years for the classic Deco styling. Designed by Robert Budlong, this 1939 Zenith remains just as popular today. This one has been repainted in the correct antique ivory paint which matches the original paint on the base. It was an extra $2.00 for painted Bakelite, so far less were sold. Otherwise this set is all original including the dial cover. The chassis serviced, cleaned, lubricated and displays like new. It plays well getting AM stations across the dial. 12-1/2"W x 7-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D. $495.00. (0260792)

Zenith 8G005 Trans-Oceanic
The new post war Trans-Oceanic was done by industrial designer Robert Budlong with production from 1946 to 1948. This one is missing the shortwave magnet antenna. In addition the chassis was modified with a phono switch. Also note that the battery connector was rewired using extra long wire. Otherwise in very good condition and displays well with no damage. The chassis has been serviced receiving both AM and SW. the radio has not been tested using the battery connection. $199.00. (0260798)

Zenith H500 Trans-Oceanic (1951)
Offered is a nice clean example of the 1951 model H500. The cabinet shows only minor wear and no cracks in the plastic face panel. Antenna pops up as designed. It has been serviced and receives AM and Short Wave bands. A great display piece as well as a important part of Zenith history. $199.00. (0260820)