RARE Belmont Boulevard, "Shirt Pocket" Radio model 5P113

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Magnavox
model AM-2

From my collection, Magnavox's first transistor radio. US made by the Magnavox company. Excellent condition, no battery leakage or corrosion.

I have assembled a substitute battery that works fine and is included with the radio.

Year: 1956
Case: solid green plastic
Dial: reverse molded in to the dial knob
Finish: very good
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean, complete & unmolested
Grille: perforated metal
Electronic condition: works fine
Power requirements: battery, 1 - 4.2 volt mercury cell
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 6 x 3 x 1.5"
Shipping weight (estimated): 3#

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belt for Zenith R7000-1 - chassis 2WKR70 & 2WMR70.

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General Electric all transistor radio
model P780

The G-E 780 is by far one of the finest consumer transistor radios made in the 1950's. It's a heavy radio, the case is made of a high impact durable plastic. The front and chassis are made of heavy cast metal with a chrome plated front.

The large 5" speaker with an oversized voice coil and magnet provide a robust, clean sound with ample bass. It rivals the sound produced by a larger wood table radio. I have long admired this set for it's sensitivity and quality sound, it has been my favorite listening radio when portability is needed.

The speaker is not the only reason for it's great sound, it also features a tuned RF stage and triple tuned IF's. Few consumer radios have such features.

For a noteworthy article about this radio, I refer you to:
http://www.transistor.org/feature/jutson/feature.html

Year: 1959/60
Case: Metal/Plastic
Dial: lighted slide-rule
Finish: original, excellent
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Grille: heavy cast metal
Electronic condition: works great, electronically restored
Power requirements: battery, 6 "D" cells
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM, standard broadcast
Special Features: bass-treble control & push-button lighted dial
Measurements (approx): 11 x 8 x 4"
Weight (with batteries): 11 lb
Shipping weight (estimated): 15 lb

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Zenith Transoceanic
Royal 1000-1
chassis #9HT40Z21

From my collection, the 1000 series was  Zeniths first transistorized  "Transoceanic" model.  US made, excellent condition, no battery leakage or corrosion.

This is as nice as they come for a radio that has been used. It has had very good care, not banged around or abused. I have carefully restored and aligned and kept it for my personal use for some time.

Year: 1959
Case: metal covered with areas of black genuine leather
Dial: lighted rotary drum
Finish: very good
Documentation: owners manual re-print
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean, complete & unmolested
Grille: perforated metal
Electronic condition: electronically restored
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM,  broadcast band to 23 MHz in 8 bands
Power requirements: battery, 9 "D" cells or external 12 volt power adaptor (not included)
Antenna requirements: has built-in loop, telescoping rod + removable loop with suction cups for window mounting
Measurements (approx): 12 x 10 x 4"
Shipping weight (estimated): 20#

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Hoffman "Trans-Solar"
model PP-706 - red

From my collection, the US made version of Hoffman's battery/solar cell operated transistor radio.

The 4.2 volt mercury battery originally used in this model has long since been unavailable. I have assembled a substitute battery that works fine and is included with the radio. It also works very well with the solar cell.

Some heavy handed mechanic had over tightened the rear case screws breaking out the screw post in the upper rear right corner and fractured the case near the screw holes in two places. I re-molded a new post and repaired the fractures.

Year: 1958
Case: solid red plastic
Dial: metal embossed behind clear tuning knob
Finish: very good
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Grille: perforated metal
Electronic condition: works fine, electronically restored
Power requirements: battery, 1 - 4.2 volt mercury cell
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems : several minor ones, pointed out in the images
Frequency coverage: AM
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 6 x 3.5 x 1.75"
Shipping weight (estimated): 3#

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Hoffman "Trans-Solar"
model RP-706 - pink

From my collection, the US made version of Hoffman's battery/solar cell operated transistor radio.

The 4.2 volt mercury battery originally used in this model has long since been unavailable. I have assembled a substitute battery that works fine and is included with the radio. It also works with the solar cell.

Like the read one (above) some mechanic had over tightened the rear case screws breaking  fracturing the case near the screw holes in two places. They were repaired before I owned the radio.

Note, the tuning knob was missing when I acquired the radio about 12 years ago. I made the repro knob, it was clear when I cast it. It has since yellowed a bit.

Year: 1958
Case: solid pink plastic that has faded to light beige
Dial: metal embossed behind tuning knob
Finish: very good
Knobs: reprodcution tuning knob
Chassis: very clean
Grille: perforated metal
Electronic condition: works fine, electronically restored
Power requirements: battery, 1 - 4.2 volt mercury cell
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems : several minor ones, pointed out in the images
Frequency coverage: AM
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 6 x 3.5 x 1.75"
Shipping weight (estimated): 3#

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Zenith Coat Pocket Transistor Radio
Royal 500D

NEAR MINT CONDITION!

From my collection, the 500 series was  Zenith's first transistorized  pocket radios.  The "D" version is the 3rd generation of the "500" and the only of the first 3 versions to feature improved circuitry (8 transistors). The original model, 500 was hand wired with a metal chassis and had 7 transistors. It  had no circuit boards. US made, like new condition, no wear on the front letering, no battery leakage or corrosion.

Year: 1958
Case: white nylon
Dial: skirt on tuning knob
Finish: excellent
Documentation: none
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean, complete & all original
Grille: perforated metal
Electronic condition: works great
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM,  broadcast band
Power requirements: battery, 4 "AA" cells (not included)
Antenna requirements: has built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 6x3x1.5"
Shipping weight (estimated): 3

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Toshiba "Fan" wall radio
model 7TH-425


Not only an attractive radio but it has excellent sound quality. A well made radio with dual speakers and a feature that allows you to rotate the built-in antenna for best reception.

Vintage: 1961
Case: plastic
Dial: reverse plastic large center
Finish: black plastic
Documentation: NO
Electronic condition: excellent, all functions work
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems: nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM
Power requirements: battery, "D" cells
Comments, special features: pull chain on/off, finger dial at bottom for antenna rotation
Measurements (approx):   12" diameter
Shipping weight (estimated):  7#

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Motorola "Tandem"
model CX2N clock radio with removable radio

Circa 1963, a nice functional vintage radio. AC operated clock (and radio when mated with the clock). Operates just like any clock radio except you can simply slide the radio section off and take it with you as it then becomes a battery operated set.

Year: 1962
Case: Plastic
Dial: inside, half round view w/thumbwheel tuning
Finish: very good - excellent
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Grille: part of case, excellent
Electronic condition: all functions working perfect
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 9x6x3" (a both pieces together)
Shipping weight (estimated): 4#

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Ivy Leaguer RARE!

From my collection, a very unusual, scarce, early American made transistor radio.

Year: mid-late 1950's
Case: ivory plastic w/gold metal trim
Dial: station numbers molded into the tuning knob
Finish: good
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean, complete & unmolested
Grille: perforated metal
Electronic condition: not working
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 6.5x4x1.5"
Shipping weight (estimated): 3#

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Marvel
6YR-15A

From my collection, a tiny reverse plastic top face. Near perfect except for small chip from the rear cover at the bottom.

Year: 1961
Case: Plastic
Dial: inside, half round view w/thumbwheel tuning
Finish: very good - excellent
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Grille: metal mesh, excellent
Electronic condition: works fine
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant except as mentioned above, see images
Frequency coverage: AM
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 3.5 x 2.25 x 1"
Shipping weight (estimated): 2#

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Motorola "Jet Plane"
7X24W "Power 10"

From my collection, a great piece in very nice condition.

Year: 1959
Case: all metal, vinyl covered, embossed rear cover
Dial: side thumb-wheel, magnified window show the station numbers
Finish: very good
Knobs: original
Chassis: very clean
Grille: perforated metal cover, excellent
Electronic condition: working
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems : nothing significant
Frequency coverage: AM
Antenna requirements: built-in loop in the handle
Measurements (approx): 5.5 x 3.5 x 1.5
Shipping weight (estimated): 4#
 

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Philco
T-70-124
New Old Stock

From my collection, absolutely flawless, no blems, in original display box with dealer (marked down) price tag still in place. I don't think this set was ever sold or used. It's absolutely in NOS, MINT condition. When I acquired this, it cost me $300.00! I was just beginning to amass my transistor radio collection and despite the simplicity of this piece, I fell in love with it and paid the price. I know the value has dropped on this radio and my price is high (1/2 what I paid) but I doubt that there's another in brand new condition like this one is.

Year: 1961
Case: pumpkin color plastic with gold foil inlay
Dial: station numbers molded into the tuning knob
Finish: NOS, perfect! with original box
Knobs: original
Chassis: Perfect
Grille: part of case, perfect
Electronic condition: all functions working perfect
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems : NONE
Frequency coverage: AM
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 5.5 x 3.5 x 1.5
Shipping weight (estimated): 3#

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Regency
TR6 Like NEW w/original box!

Another beautiful piece from my collection, absolutely flawless, no blems, in it's original  box. It does not appear that it as ever used as It's absolutely in  MINT condition. I think this was Regency's second generation transistor radio.

Year: 1957
Case: black leather
Dial: station numbers molded into the tuning knob
Finish: NOS, perfect! with original box
Knobs: original
Chassis: Perfect
Grille: part of case, perfect
Electronic condition: all functions working perfect
Battery Compartment: clean, no corrosion
Flaws, cracks, blems : NONE
Frequency coverage: AM
Antenna requirements: built-in loop
Measurements (approx): 7 x 5 x 3"
Shipping weight (estimated): 4#

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Olympic
models 445 & 447

These will be of interest to those that like historic items.

From my project shelf, a pair of what appears to be common 50's type portable radios. What makes these sets interesting is the transistor version. The tube set (model 445) is standard fare. The transistor version (model 447) is quite interesting. It's seems that Olympic was in such a hurry to get a transistor radio on the market in the mid 1950's (as was all manufacturers) that they took their tube version and simply modified it by stuffing transistors into the tube sockets and made other necessary circuit changes using the same chassis and layout. They added a trim piece that read: "ALL TRANSISTOR" across the bottom of the case and viola, they had their first all transistor radio.

I'm offering these as a pair, as found. They are not in pristine condition but complete and all original. Nothing is broken, just a bit scuffed & dirty and in need of a good clean & shine.

Year: 1954
Case: plastic
Dial: part of the knob
Finish: dirty & scuffed
Knobs: original
Chassis: reasonably  clean
Grille: part of case, undamaged
Number of tubes: 4 tube - 4 transistors
Battery Compartment: ok
Battery requirements:
Electronic condition: untested
Flaws, cracks, blems : as mentioned
Frequency coverage: AM
Antenna requirements: built-in loop antenna
Measurements (approx): 9 x 5 x 3.5" (each)
Shipping weight (estimated): 15 lb (for both)

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Zenith "Transoceanic"
model 7G605 "Clipper" or "Bomber"

The "Clipper", the first "transoceanic", model 7G605 was introduced in Jan 1942. It was dubbed the "Zenith Trans-Oceanic Clipper" as it had a sailboat outline stitched into the speaker grille. After December 1942, during the second production run, the "Bomber" grille work was introduced and used until production ended in April 1942

Originally sold for $75.00 and some 35,000 were made. The serial number of this one is T889118, the last serial number was T890260.

(The above info was gleaned from J. Bryant's & H. Cones's fine book; "The Zenith Trans-Oceanic".)

Year: 1942
Case: excellent, wood covered with brown Alligator finish (canvas)
Dial: black clock face
Back: part of case, very good
Finish: suffers some minor scrapes, wear & nicks
Knobs: original
Chassis: exceptionally clean, like new
Tuning type: capacitance, super-het
Power transformer: no
Grille: excellent
No. of tubes: 7
Electronic condition: restored, aligned, excellent
Flaws, cracks, blems : noted above
Frequency coverage: AM/Shortwave  (6 bands)
Antenna requirements: built-in loop + Whip
Measurements (approx): 17x10x7"
Shipping weight (estimated): 30# (oversized  when safely packaged

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