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Zenith 5-G-401 "Universal" (1940)
(suitcase tube portable radio)

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 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)
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