
1938 Philco 38-93b Cathedral-Style Tube Radio. Interesting piece, as it’s labeled 38-93 but looks like a 37-93b (different cabinet shape). Based on the inspection date, I’m guessing this radio was manufactured at the tail end of the 1937 production run and was simply labeled as a’38 model. Could use some restoration but seems to be fully functional. Receives fine without an antenna connected. Frequency display is quite badly damaged. Would likely be dust in the wind if not for some ancient tape on the inside holding it together. The tiny bulb that illuminates the frequency display went out during testing but came back on. May be in need of replacement soon. Volume knob was exceptionally scratchy so the pot has been cleaned. It is no longer scratchy. Has numerous chips in the finish: scuffs, scratches etc. But it could be worse!