Zenith "Zenette" model 4G800
3 way (AC/DC/Battery) Portable

From my collection, another excellent example of an early portable (AC or battery) radio. A small set with a flip-up lid and it works perfectly. Made of solid color maroon plastic with no damage. These are hard to find without cracks and damage to the case. Near perfect condition with only a few minor scratches which can be rubbed out if one so desires and uses the right material and technique. I choose to leave as found because it is in such great condition the way it is.

The radio incorporates the low current, no heat battery type tubes, so it's an excellent radio for everyday listing as it produces very little heat. When the lid is opened, the radio comes on instantly (almost as fast as a transistor radio). I performed my usual an electronic restoration many years ago and it still works perfectly.

The battery compartment (accessed from the bottom) is clean and free of rust and corrosion.

Year: 1946
Case: Solid maroon plastic (not painted)
Dial: embossed into metal front panel
Back: n/a
Finish: original, excellent
Knobs: original
Chassis: like new
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: original, excellent
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: loop built into the lid
Measurements (approx): 8 x 5 x  4"
Shipping weight (estimated): 9 lb

SOLD
 

Belmont
Ivory painted Bakelite
model 638 (pre-war version of the 6D111)


From my collection, a beautiful example of this model. One of Belmont's most attractive & sought after models. It has undergone a complete electronic restoration and looks and works great. There were a few very small paint chips that I have touched up. You'll have to look close to find them.

Year: 1940
Case: Ivory painted Bakelite
Dial: slide rule, lighted
Back: looks original but it's my repro
Finish: original, excellent
Knobs: original
Chassis: exceptionally clean
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: n/a
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 12.5 x 7 x  6"
Shipping weight (estimated): 16 lb

SOLD
 

Belmont  MINT CONDITION!
Ivory painted Bakelite
model 5D128

Please read and look at all the pictures, I defy you to find a blemish on this radio. Neither the radio or images have been touched up!


From my collection, one of the most perfect examples of a radio in original condition that you will find. I seldom use the word mint as it is so grossly mis-used but this radio is just that - MINT!

Unfortunately, as new looking it was, it did not work. Not that I was surprised though as use is not necessarily what causes old radios not to function. Most failures are due to failed capacitors. Even new old stock capacitors from 30 or more years ago are likely to be defective. I believe I was the first to remove the back of this set because there were no "booger" marks around the back retaining clips.  I performed the usual electronic restoration and then found a factory defect that would have prevented the radio from ever working properly. I suspect the radio was a gift and set on shelf since it was new. It came from an estate in Portland, OR and I'm sure I am the second owner. All the push-buttons have local Portland station call letters.

Even the bottom paper label is un-blemished!

Year: 1946
Case: Ivory painted Bakelite
Dial: slide rule, lighted
Back: original
Finish: original, perfect!
Knobs: original
Chassis: like new
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: N/A
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : none
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 12 x 7 x  6"
Shipping weight (estimated): 16 lb

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RCA (John Vassos design)
Bakelite with insert Plaskon grille
model 96X3


From my collection, very attractive "Art Deco" styling in Bakelite & Plaskon. It has undergone a complete electronic restoration and looks and works great.

Year: 1939
Case: Bakelite w/Plaskon insert grille
Dial: slide rule, lighted
Back: my repro
Finish: original, very good
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: yes
Grille cloth: N/A
No. of tubes: 6
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : none
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: long wire
Measurements (approx): 11 x 8 x 7 "
Shipping weight (estimated): 20 lb

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Silvertone
model 6408


From my collection, a fine example of this cute little set. Very small (only 7.5" wide) and hard to find model. I've had this one a long time. It has undergone a complete electronic restoration and looks and works great. The back cover looks original but it's one of my reproductions.

Year: 1939
Case: ivory painted Bakelite
Dial: slide rule, lighted
Back: my reproduction
Finish: original, very good, a few minor paint chips
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: N/A
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : none
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: built in
Measurements (approx): 8.5 x 7 x 5"
Shipping weight (estimated): 13#

SOLD
 

Silvertone "Bullet"
model 6175 black painted Bakelite


Another from my collection, a very small (only 8" wide) and hard to find model. It has undergone a complete restoration and looks and works like new.

Year: 1939
Case: black painted Bakelite
Dial: molded into knob
Back: my repro
Finish: new, re-painted
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: n/a
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : none
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: long wire
Measurements (approx): 8 x 5 x 5"
Shipping weight (estimated): 11#

SOLD
 

Addison  dark green, marbled Plaskon
model L2


This one has been part of my collection since 1989 when I complete restoration on it. It still works and looks great. The case is beautifully marbled in white & very dark green (almost black). There was a hairline fracture on the case under the left bottom trim. It was only visible from the inside or if the trim was removed. I repaired it and the repair is sound and invisible unless you remove the trim or look inside the case.

Year: 1947
Case: marbled Plaskon
Dial: clock face, not lighted
Back: original in very good condition
Finish: excellent
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: N/A
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : read notes above & view photo's
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 10x6x5"
Shipping weight (estimated): 12#

SOLD
 

Arvin "Catalin" (maroon & butterscotch)
model 532 "Lefty"


From my collection, A real beauty! This is one of the few radios with a left handed dial. I have owned this radio since 1988. It was restored by the previous owner, he did a good job and it still works fine. I'm offering it as found with a small hairline crack at the lower right hand bottom just below the insert grille. This is very common on this model because as the radio cabinet shrunk around the grille-work over the years, the stress would cause a fracture at the weakest point. I've seen several other radios of this model that have the fracture in the same location. The fracture has not grown in all the years I've owned it, nor does not detract from the beauty of this otherwise fine example or maroon and butterscotch Catalin radio. The solution to stop the fracture from growing is to trim a little off the insert grille where it fits into a routed out section of the cabinet on the insides. This I did years ago.

Year: 1938
Case: Catalin
Dial: clock face, lighted
Back: original, see photo
Finish: excellent
Knobs: original
Chassis: clean
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: original, very good
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : read notes above & view photo's
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 8x6x5"
Shipping weight (estimated): 12#

SOLD
 

Airline
model 62-352


From my collection  this small, attractive, asymmetrical little set is not often seen. I did a complete restoration a number of years ago. The attractive dial is back lighted.

Year: 1938
Case: Painted Bakelite
Dial: back lighted drum type
Back: n/a, 5 sided molded case
Finish: re-painted, excellent
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: replaced (similar to original)
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : case was repaired B-4 painting
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: long-wire
Measurements (approx): 12x7x7"
Shipping weight (estimated): 15#

SOLD
 

Emerson
model BA-199

From my collection, another real nice radio that I have owned for many years and has been electronically restored.

Year: 1939
Case: Brown Bakelite
Dial: Airplane style, back lighted
Back: molded Bakelite
Finish: original, very good
Knobs: original
Chassis: clean
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: original, very good
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : see images
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: external
Measurements (approx): 9x7x6
Shipping weight (estimated): 15#

SOLD
 

Belmont
model 510


From my collection, another beautiful very small radio that I have owned for many years. This  little beauty has been electronically restored by yours truly and is an excellent performer.

Year: 1938
Case: Bakelite, unpainted, dark brown
Dial: reverse painted glass, back lighted
Back: original, serves at built-in antenna
Finish: original, excellent
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Tuning type: inductance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: n/a
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: metal back/long-wire
Measurements (approx): 9x6x5"
Shipping weight (estimated): 11#

SOLD
 

Majestic
model 52


From my collection, another fine radio that I have owned for many years and has been electronically restored.

Year: 1947
Case: Plaskon, unpainted ivory
Back: original
Dial: molded into cabinet
Finish: excellent, original
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: n/a
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 10.5x4.5x4.5"
Shipping weight (estimated): 8#

SOLD
 

Philco "Transitone"
model PT-27


From my collection, another that I have owned for many years and has been electronically restored.

Year: 1940
Case: Bakelite, painted ivory
Dial: clock face type, lighted
Back: my repro
Finish: original, very good
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: original, very good
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: long-wire
Measurements (approx): 8.5x5x4"
Shipping weight (estimated): 8#

SOLD
 

Silvertone Beetle, "Candycane", "Candy Cane" or "Commentator"
model 3551 chassis132.807

I also have the box that this model came in.


From my collection, another real beauty, beautifully marbled "Beetle" plastic. Another radio that I have owned for many years and has been  electronically restored.

Year: 1939
Case: Beetle plastic
Dial: reverse painted plastic, backed with gold foil, lighted
Back: n/a, 5 sided molded case
Finish: original, excellent
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: original, very good
No. of tubes: 5
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant, 1 nearly microscopic hairline just above & below the volume control. You have to look very hard & close to notice. It does not show in photo's
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 10x6x6
Shipping weight (estimated): 12#

SOLD
 

Zenith
model K412R

From my collection, a tiny little radio and a real beauty that I have owned for many years and has been electronically restored.

Year: 1952
Case: Bakelite
Dial: molded into cabinet
Back: n/a, 6 sided molded case
Finish: original, excellent
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no - AC/DC chassis
Grille cloth: n/a
No. of tubes: 4
Electronic condition: restored, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 6.5x4.5x4
Shipping weight (estimated): 6#

SOLD
 

Silvertone "Election" model 4505

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