Collectors – This is a rare one! It’s a pre-war model that really stands out with its push-buttons and lighted dial. It is an Airline, which was the store brand for Montgomery Ward, their model. The cabinet has been polished with my 4 step process that brings out the original factory finish. It has the original knobs and back. The deep brown marbled Bakelite cabinet and back-lit dial give it a stunning look. Check out the photos! Reception is through a standard loop antenna which is attached to the back of the radio. There is also an external connector on the back for an antenna. Thoroughly bench tested for a minimum of ten days, this unique radio is ready for you to use and enjoy. Since it is fully restored you will want to listen to it every day! I went through the chassis and replaced all of the electrolytic (filter) capacitors, the major cause of hum. I then replaced all of the wax/paper capacitors. The resistors were then checked and any more than 20% of their original value were replaced. All of the tubes were tested. Using my Precision 612 tube tester. The dial light bulb was replaced with a new bulb. The volume control and tuning capacitor were lubed so they now operate smoothly and quietly. I also replaced the power cord with a polarized cord for your safety. I then carefully cleaned and polished the chassis to a pleasing luster. He intermediate and radio frequency circuits were aligned to their peak utilizing my HP 8601A RF sweep generator. And my B+K Precision VTVM. This will be a great addition to anyone’s collection. Contiguous 48 states ONLY. If you are in. Please wait for my invoice with the correct cost. PLEASE NOTE: I will pack it well so that it will arrive undamaged. 13 x 7 x 6. I TAKE GREAT PRIDE IN EVERY RADIO THAT I RESTORE. Please remember, although this radio has been restored to its original specs, it is still a vintage radio that employs vintage technology. At the time it was manufactured it was not subject to the tremendous amount of RF interference that is generated today from computers, flat screen TVs, high-speed cable modems, light dimmers, etc. Careful placement of the radio is essential to minimize audio interference. It is my experience that different parts of my home will give me better reception than others. Some experimenting may be necessary for best reception.
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