Gary's Vintage Gems from the North

Brownie Six-Transistor (1960s)
Here is a clone of the popular Sony TR610. It is in nice condition and does play on a common 9-volt battery. This little gem measures only 4"H and has its original leather case. It is clean and all original with no damage. Need a working chassis for your 610? $45.00. (0520676)

Emerson 988 "Rambler" (1960)
Here is a scarce early eight-transistor set from Emerson, the model 988 "Rambler." This set is a scarce find in the attractive red color. It's a real attention grabber with its large white tuning background and reverse paint face. The radio is original except for the battery tube which has been replaced with a modern holder for the required four "AA" batteries. It plays surprisingly well with clear tone. Clean with no chips or cracks, just some light corrosion to the nameplate. $175.00. (0520675)

General Electric 676 (1955)
Offered here is this hard-to-find iconic transistor from General Electric. This was one of the first transistors to hit the market debuting in early 1955. It is a four-transistor unit that was powered by a strange 13.5 volt battery that has a weird 3-prong plug. So don't plan on using this as a daily player as it is untested. But as a display unit, it shows well as it has been well preserved. This gem is a great addition to any collection which is trying to feature the initial pioneers of USA made transistor radios, it is clean and without damage. This is also a nice size at only 5-1/2"W and has a solid construction. More photos available upon request. $97.50. (0520661)

Hitachi KH1005
Offered here is this scarce Hitachi model KH-1005 AM/FM portable radio. This is an early FM model with CD markings. It is durable and well made with a strong metal handle. t operates on four "C" sized batteries. This ten-transistor set is all original and the plastic cabinet is in nice undamaged collector condition. This radio is very sensitive picking up all my AM and FM stations. The telescoping antenna helps bring in the FM stations and it is strong and straight. This has a tone control dial and also sports a dial light. Inside this radio is clean and has a large "permanent magnet dynamic loudspeaker with a moving coil" for great sound. 9"W x 6"H x 3"D. $195.00. (0520670)

Mellowtone Six Transistor (1960s)
Offered here is this cute little Mellowtone six-transistor radio from Japan. This radio shows well with its gold metal accents against the black cabinet and reverse plastic face. The radio is in excellent collector condition and is working well on a common 9-volt battery. All original and no chips or cracks. 4-1/2"H. $45.00. (0520679)

Penneys 6TP-555 (1962)
Offered here is this nice Penney's model 6TP-555 six-transistor radio from 1962. This model had a few variations, but this has a nice two-tone cabinet and distinct grille pattern. The radio is all original and is in collector condition with no chips or cracks. It has the CD markings on the tuning dial as found on all the early collectible AM radios. This is powered by a common 9-volt battery and when tested did play softly. $45.00. (0520684)

Penneys 6TP-555 (1962)
Offered here is another variation of the Penney's model 6TP-555 six-transistor radio from 1962. These radios were made by Toshiba and marketed in the USA through the JC Penney's stores. This radio is all original and is in collector condition with no chips or cracks. It has the CD markings on the tuning dial as found on all the early collectible AM radios. This is powered by a common 9-volt battery and when tested did play well with strong volume picking up all my local stations. $40.00. (0520685)

Plata 9FM-64
Offered here is this scarce 1964 Plata 9FM-64 nine-transistor AM/FM portable made in Japan. This is an early FM model with CD markings. It has no repairs performed or needed and it operates on a common 9 volt battery. This set is all original and the genuine cowhide cabinet is in like-new collector condition. This radio is very sensitive picking up all my AM and FM stations. The telescoping antenna is straight and strong. This rare find comes complete with the original Styrofoam packing, paperwork, and shipping box. It is a compact little portable at only 5-1/2"W x 3"H. $95.00. (0520668)

Regency XR2 (1956)
Shortly after production of the TR1, Regency introduced this rare small and unique radio, the XR2. This 2"W x 2"H radio has no speaker or volume control. It has a wired-in earphone much like a crystal radio, but it has two transistors like a boy's radio and is powered by three "AA" batteries. There are actually two versions of this radio as Regency made a more common revised version (XR2A) in 1958. They look the same from the outside, but inside you will notice that the later requires only three "AAA" batteries. This one is the rarer first version. It is in excellent condition and actually works, but very softly. Don't count on listening to it unless you are in a very quiet environment. Makes a great display with its bright red color with gold accents. $95.00. (0520673)

Silvertone 2206 (1960s)
Here is a nice early Silvertone model 2206 gold colored shirt pocket radio. This little guy measures only 3-1/2"H and has it all. It is clean, all original, and is in great playing condition too. Powered by a round 9-volt battery, this was tested and in working condition. All original with no damage. $55.00. (0520682)

Silvertone 4223 (1960s)
Here is a quality eight-transistor portable AM radio from Silvertone made for Sears. This radio is complete and is being offered as is for parts or repair. $25.00. (0520678)

Sony ICF-P26
Offered here is this Sony model ICF-P26 AM/FM pocket radio. It is durable and very portable at only 4"H x 2-1/2"W x 1"D. It operates on two "AA" batteries and is very sensitive picking up all my AM and FM stations. The telescoping antenna helps bring in the FM stations and it is strong and straight. This radio is in all original like-new condition. Some more info from the web: "One of the most notable features in this radio revolves around the integrated headphone and speaker jack. This gives you a choice of either broadcasting your radio through the entire room or listen to it alone. It also features an LED tuning indicator that enables you to easily find your favorite radio channels at night or in low light conditions. Besides, it features an LED charge indicator that lets you know the remaining amount of battery power in advance." This pocket radio features a new LED battery indicator. Therefore, you will always enjoy fantastic sound whether you are listening through a headphone or the main speaker. Furthermore, this portable radio is easy to operate; you can consider getting one for your parent or grandparents. They won’t have any issue when running the radio. Sony's ICFP26 portable AM/FM radio is as solid a choice as ever if all you're looking for something is small, dependable and affordable. $30.00. (0520671)

Sony SRF-45W
Offered here is this Sony model SRF-45W AM/FM stereo portable radio. This model is called the "Soundabout" because it is durable and very portable. It operates on four "AA" batteries and is very sensitive picking up all known stations. The telescoping antenna is strong and straight and helps bring in the FM stations. The large speaker produces a nice sound. This radio is in all original condition and shows light wear. It is in used but not abused condition and is destined to become one of your favorites. Tough model to find. It is lightweight and small at only 6-1/4"W x 3-1/4"H x 1-1/4"D. $55.00. (0520667)

Sony TFM-825
Offered here is this Sony model TFM-825 in near mint cosmetic condition. This beautiful radio comes complete with its matching leather case and wrist strap. This radio is designed to run on a common 9 volt battery, but please note that when tested it did not produce any sound, and therefore is being sold as is for display or repair. $45.00. (0520666)

Sony TR-620 (1960s)
Here is a nice early Sony that defines what a shirt-pocket transistor from the early 60's was like. This little guy measures only 3-1/2"H and has it all. It is clean, all original, and is in great playing condition too. Powered by a common 9-volt battery. All original with no damage. $95.00. (0520686)

Sony TR630 (1961)
Offered here is this attractive little Sony model TR-630 six-transistor shirt pocket radio. This radio is in beautiful collector condition with the bright gold accents and reverse painted face. This radio is all original and is playing loud and clear. It is petite in size at only 4"H. It operates on a common 9-volt battery. Includes wrist strap. Nice! $125.00. (0520674)

Spica ST-600
Offered here is this ivory and gold Spica six-transistor radio from the early 60's. This radio plays great on four "AA" batteries. It is compact at only 6"W. $32.50. (0520658)

Standard SR-F403 (1960s)
Here is a quality six-transistor shirt pocket radio from Standard made in Japan. This radio measures 4"W and is in excellent condition. It has a two-tone ebony cabinet with a white back and sports a brilliant silver metal grille with a starburst. When tested with two standard "AA" batteries, this radio played and pulled my local stations. Clean and all original. $75.00. (0520683)

Toshiba 6P-15 (1960s)
Here is an interesting radio from Toshiba. It is a six-transistor even though the front says eight transistor. It is in very nice condition and plays loud and clear on a common 9-volt battery. This little gem is on;y 4"W and is clean and all original with no damage. $75.00. (0520681)

Toshiba 10L-429F
Offered here is the Toshiba 10L-428F ten-transistor AM/FM portable radio. This is an early FM model with CD markings and Toshiba's first transistor with FM. It is durable and well made with a strong metal handle. It operates on four "D" sized batteries. This set is all original and the plastic cabinet is in nice undamaged collector condition. This radio is very sensitive picking up all my AM and FM stations. The telescoping antenna is straight and strong. There is slight wave to the metal grille. Inside this radio is clean and all original with no repairs performed or needed. It has a nice plastic cartridge which securely holds the four "D" batteries. 8-1/2"W x 6"H x 2-1/2"D. $125.00. (0520669)

Trancel T-11 (1962)
Offered here is this cute little Trancel model T-11 six-transistor radio from Japan with its leather case. This radio shows well with its gold metal accents against the ivory cabinet. The radio is in excellent collector condition and is working well on a common 9-volt battery. All original. $75.00. (0520680)

Zenith Royal 51 (1966)
Offered here is this Zenith Royal 51 from 1966. This represents Zenith's first transistor radio with FM. This radio is in original condition but is not currently pulling any signal. It is being offered as is for repair or display. The telescoping antenna is straight but is missing its tip. $35.00. (0520665)

Zenith Royal 76 (1960s)
Here is a quality eight-transistor portable AM/FM radio from Zenith. This radio is complete and was working until recently. Now it is being offered as is for parts or repair. $35.00. (0520677)

Zenith Royal 250 (1959)
Offered here is this nice cream colored (white) version of the 1959 Model Royal 250 coat pocket transistor from Zenith. This model is almost impossible to find in undamaged condition, but this one is sure to please you. This was an economy model with the plastic cabinet and a six-transistor 6CT40Z1 chassis. This radio has impressive performance as my tech has electronically restored and tuned it to peak performance for another 40 years or so. It is powered by four common "AA" batteries. $85.00. (0520672)