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Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930′s Tube Radio Works Perfect

Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930's Tube Radio Works Perfect

Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930's Tube Radio Works Perfect

Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930's Tube Radio Works Perfect

Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930's Tube Radio Works Perfect

Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930's Tube Radio Works Perfect

Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930's Tube Radio Works Perfect

Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930's Tube Radio Works Perfect

Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930's Tube Radio Works Perfect

Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930's Tube Radio Works Perfect

Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930's Tube Radio Works Perfect

Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930's Tube Radio Works Perfect

Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930's Tube Radio Works Perfect

Hello, thank you for your interest before continuing, please click. On the top right of the page your homepage will show any new vintage radio listings I offer. Also, please look at the VIDEO DEMO below to see this beautiful radio in action! Of Ann Arbor Michigan. This Art Deco, small Tombstone radio is powered by 5 tubes and performs excellent. Proudly made in Ann Arbor Michigan By International Radio Corp. Like other fine Michigan based radio makers that made their mark during the heyday of radio- such as Detrola (Detroit) and Sparton (Jackson, MI) Kadette radios are sought after for their Art Deco designs and solid build quality by collectors. It has been electronically restored and the streamlined cabinet cosmetically restored using quality stains. Knobs and dial lens are original. It plays great with no. It is very rare to find one of these models in working condition much less restored a multiyear search on Worth Point showed only a few of these for sale since 2007 and most were in poor shape unlike this one this ones a beauty! This is a great opportunity for a collector. Listen to the video demo and see for yourself then scroll down to read more details below! As you can hear from the video demo this radio sounds great the tuning dial and volume control work as designed, no scratch in the controls, no slipping! This radio has been electronically and cosmetically restored. Tubes were checked and any weak ones replaced, the filter caps were replaced, the controls were cleaned and lubricated, any faulty wiring was replaced, the chassis was lightly cleaned, and the wood cabinet was painstakingly re-stained with quality products. Local stations come in loud and clear with excellent tone. As you can see from the demo, it tuned in several stations with ease and great sound. A longer external antenna will enhance reception even better. This radio was made during the height of the Art Deco design movement in the US and the DECO styling cues are all over this rare piece of functional art from its beautiful sloping waterfall grille to the detail along the edges. I ts not likely you will see another. Don’t miss this opportunity to add this Kadette 76 to your collection it is being offered at a. Very low starting price and. It would also make a unique gift! Christmas shopping season will be upon us before you know it! (Note: the long wire antenna used in the demo is not included however, one can be obtained easily from an electronics store, a RadioShack, or even a Walmart If you are unfamiliar with how to obtain one, please let me know and I will assist you). There are some imperfections and blemishes here and there, as this radio was made 80 years ago during the Roosevelt administration! But nothing that stands out or diminishes the overall look of the radio. The grille cloth looks original and is in good condition. Wonderful opportunity to own a functional piece of rare history. The Kadette Radio Story. The Kadette radio brand was founded in the 1920s by an entrepreneur named Charles Verschoor. He started to make radios in Ann Arbor, Michigan with only a limited degree of success initially. Not until 1931, when he started the International Radio Corp did the tide started to turn for Verschoor. The first of these successes was a very small Kadette brand AC/DC radio made of Bakelite. This set marked the beginning of Bakelite radios and of transformer less AC/DC sets. Chicago Molded Products Co. Made the cabinet for Kadette, and the Gothic look gave it a unique design which helped to put the company on the map. Several other popular radios followed in the 1930s and by 1936 Kadette developed the model 35 Telematic with the unique telephone style dial design. Keene Jackson, the General Sales Manager of International Radio Corp bought the radio manufacturing business including the brand Kadette. This new company, called “The Kadette Radio Corp” planned to introduce TV sets. The new company had little success with radios as other makers such as Zenith, RCA, Westinghouse, and GE radio brands began to expand their share of the market. International Radio Corp later had success with cameras and optical equipment with the Argus brand. After World War 2, International Industries became a wholly owned subsidiary of Argus, Inc. And the name International Radio (and Kadette) was gone forever. Its amazing to think that this very radio likely broadcast such historical 1936 events as the. Which further fueled the drum beats of war in Europe. The invention of the first helicopter. Detroit Red Wings defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3 to 1 to win the Stanley cup! And in movie news. Mutiny on the Bounty won the Oscar. Dimension: 11″ in length X 9″ high X 6 in depth. I use plenty of Bubble Wrap, extra padding and double box or use extra box support material. It will be marked Fragile & This side up on the box to make sure it is handled carefully. The radio is fully insured. If there are any problems, please contact me and we can review options. DETROIT WAS A BOOMTOWN DURING THE HEIGHT OF THE RADIOS POPULARITY (1930s 1950s) SO THIS LOCATION IS HOME TO MANY RARE AND HARD TO FIND VINTAGE RADIOS – PLEASE STAY TUNED AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST! The item “Rare Antique Vintage Kadette 76 TOMBSTONE DECO 1930′s Tube Radio Works Perfect” is in sale since Thursday, September 17, 2015. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Radio, Phonograph, TV, Phone\Radios\Tube Radios\1930-49″. The seller is “radioseek” and is located in Rochester, Michigan. This item can be shipped to United States, to Canada, to United Kingdom, to Japan.
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VINTAGE 1930s CLASSIC ZENITH ANTIQUE TOMBSTONE DEPRESSION ERA ART DECO OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s CLASSIC ZENITH ANTIQUE TOMBSTONE DEPRESSION ERA ART DECO OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s CLASSIC ZENITH ANTIQUE TOMBSTONE DEPRESSION ERA ART DECO OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s CLASSIC ZENITH ANTIQUE TOMBSTONE DEPRESSION ERA ART DECO OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s CLASSIC ZENITH ANTIQUE TOMBSTONE DEPRESSION ERA ART DECO OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s CLASSIC ZENITH ANTIQUE TOMBSTONE DEPRESSION ERA ART DECO OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s CLASSIC ZENITH ANTIQUE TOMBSTONE DEPRESSION ERA ART DECO OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s CLASSIC ZENITH ANTIQUE TOMBSTONE DEPRESSION ERA ART DECO OLD RADIO

I WILL OFFER THE BEST IN COLLECTING. WATCH EVERY WEEK FOR GREAT FEATURED ITEMS. A SOLID AND WELL BUILT RADIO!!! THE RADIO HAS A VERY UNIQUE DESIGN. THE RADIOS CABINET IS SOLID AND STURDY. THE RADIOS HAS HAD A TOP TO BOTTOM TOP NOTCH RESTORATION OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY AND NOW THE CABINET WILL STAND THE TEST OF TIME AND THE RADIO PLAYS VERY WELL. OVERALL A RADIO WITH LOTS OF EYE APPEAL. SO DONT LET THIS INCREDIBLE RADIO SLIP BY , THEY DO NOT COME UP FOR SALE OFTEN. I HAVE SUPERSIZED THE PICTURES SO YOU CAN SEE EVERYTHING. I PACK VERY WELL , YOUR ITEM WILL BE DELIVERED WITHOUT DAMAGE. CHECK MY OTHER ITEMS FOR SALE Check out my other items. AND PLEASE BOOKMARK RADIOS10467 Be sure to add me to your favorites list. OVERSEAS BUYERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME. The item “VINTAGE 1930s CLASSIC ZENITH ANTIQUE TOMBSTONE DEPRESSION ERA ART DECO OLD RADIO” is in sale since Saturday, September 19, 2015. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Radios”. The seller is “radios10467″ and is located in Monroe Township, New Jersey. This item can be shipped worldwide.

VINTAGE 1930s OLD WALTER TEAGUE COBALT BLUE MIRROR SPARTON ART DECO TUBE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD WALTER TEAGUE COBALT BLUE MIRROR SPARTON ART DECO TUBE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD WALTER TEAGUE COBALT BLUE MIRROR SPARTON ART DECO TUBE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD WALTER TEAGUE COBALT BLUE MIRROR SPARTON ART DECO TUBE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD WALTER TEAGUE COBALT BLUE MIRROR SPARTON ART DECO TUBE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD WALTER TEAGUE COBALT BLUE MIRROR SPARTON ART DECO TUBE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD WALTER TEAGUE COBALT BLUE MIRROR SPARTON ART DECO TUBE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD WALTER TEAGUE COBALT BLUE MIRROR SPARTON ART DECO TUBE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD WALTER TEAGUE COBALT BLUE MIRROR SPARTON ART DECO TUBE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD WALTER TEAGUE COBALT BLUE MIRROR SPARTON ART DECO TUBE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD WALTER TEAGUE COBALT BLUE MIRROR SPARTON ART DECO TUBE RADIO

I WILL OFFER THE BEST IN COLLECTING. WATCH EVERY WEEK FOR GREAT FEATURED ITEMS. AN INCREDIBLE WORKING 1936 SPARTON MODEL 557 COBALT BLUE GLASS ART DECO MIRROR RADIO. THE IS THE 3 KNOB VERSION WITH ETCHED GLASS AND DEEP ART DECO ACCENTS. RADIO WAS DESIGNED BY WORLD FAMOUS INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER WALTER TEAGUE (google him and see his creations). THIS RARE MIRROR RADIO WITH ETCHED COBALT BLUE GLASS MIRRORS AND ITS SLEEK SLED DESIGN WITH WRAPAROUND CHROME FINS SCREAMS OF MOTION , AND HAS A COOL ART DECO STYLE WITH A COOL MACHINE AGE LOOK. OUTRAGEOUS , AWESOME , AND EXTREME IS THE ONLY WAY TO DESCRIBE THIS 75+ YEAR OLD MACHINE AGE RADIO. THE RADIOS EXTREME ART DECO STYLE REFLECTS THE PAST BYGONE ART DECO ERA OF THE 1930s AND 1940s. THIS RADIOS CONDITION IS VERY NICE , ALL MIRRORS ARE ORIGINAL , WITH NO CRACKS , CHIPS , OR BREAKS. THIS RADIO IS ABOUT 17 X 9 X 8 AND WEIGHS OVER 20 POUNDS. THE RADIO WITH ITS ALMOST 80 YEAR OLD TUBE TYPE ELECTRONICS IS UNRESTORED AND STILL PLAYING VERY WELL AND TUNES IN STATIONS. THE RADIO HAS A VERY UNIQUE DESIGN. SO DONT LET THIS INCREDIBLE AND RARE 3 KNOB BLUE GLASS SPARTON RADIO SLIP BY , THEY DO NOT COME UP FOR SALE OFTEN. I HAVE SUPERSIZED THE PICTURES SO YOU CAN SEE EVERYTHING. I PACK VERY WELL , YOUR ITEM WILL BE DELIVERED WITHOUT DAMAGE. CHECK MY OTHER ITEMS FOR SALE Check out my other items. AND PLEASE BOOKMARK RADIOS10467 Be sure to add me to your favorites list. OVERSEAS BUYERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME. The item “VINTAGE 1930s OLD WALTER TEAGUE COBALT BLUE MIRROR SPARTON ART DECO TUBE RADIO” is in sale since Saturday, September 19, 2015. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Radios”. The seller is “radios10467″ and is located in Monroe Township, New Jersey. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Vintage 1935 Emerson Tombstone Bakelite Radio TV Model 108 U5A NO RESERVE 1930s

Vintage 1935 Emerson Tombstone Bakelite Radio TV Model 108 U5A NO RESERVE 1930s

Vintage 1935 Emerson Tombstone Bakelite Radio TV Model 108 U5A NO RESERVE 1930s

Vintage 1935 Emerson Tombstone Bakelite Radio TV Model 108 U5A NO RESERVE 1930s

Vintage 1935 Emerson Tombstone Bakelite Radio TV Model 108 U5A NO RESERVE 1930s

Vintage 1935 Emerson Tombstone Bakelite Radio TV Model 108 U5A NO RESERVE 1930s

Vintage 1935 Emerson Tombstone Bakelite Radio TV Model 108 U5A NO RESERVE 1930s

Vintage 1935 Emerson Tombstone Bakelite Radio TV Model 108 U5A NO RESERVE 1930s

Vintage 1935 Emerson Tombstone Bakelite Radio TV Model 108 U5A NO RESERVE 1930s

Amazingly, this beautiful little radio still works after 80 years! This lovely little radio is in nice condition, and to my knowledge is all original, including the cord and plug. It is cute and compact, and surprisingly small for 1935, measuring just 9.75″ high, 7″ wide and 5 deep. Please see all of the close-up photos for detail, including the picture of an original advertisement for this radio. There is some yellowing of the dial cover. The dial reads, “Radio and Television”, although there is no TV screen. I was told that this radio also picked up the audio of early TV broadcasts. On the back it reads, Licensed for radio amateur experimental and broadcast reception under following patents of RCA and associated companies. The radio does work, but I was only able to find one station that was loud and strong. The other stations were not very loud. I live about 80 miles north of New York City, far from the strong signals, so I wonder if that has anything to do with it. The item “Vintage 1935 Emerson Tombstone Bakelite Radio TV Model 108 U5A NO RESERVE 1930s” is in sale since Monday, September 14, 2015. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Radio, Phonograph, TV, Phone\Radios\Tube Radios\1930-49″. The seller is “pinkocelot” and is located in Poughkeepsie, New York. This item can be shipped to United States, to all countries in Europe, to Canada, to Australia, to Japan, to China, KR, to Taiwan, TH, to Hong Kong, IL, to Mexico, to New Zealand, SG, SA, AE, QA, KW, BH.

VINTAGE OLD 1930s ZENITH WORLDS FAIR GLASS ROD ART DECO DEPRESSION ERA RADIO

VINTAGE OLD 1930s ZENITH WORLDS FAIR GLASS ROD ART DECO DEPRESSION ERA RADIO

VINTAGE OLD 1930s ZENITH WORLDS FAIR GLASS ROD ART DECO DEPRESSION ERA RADIO

VINTAGE OLD 1930s ZENITH WORLDS FAIR GLASS ROD ART DECO DEPRESSION ERA RADIO

VINTAGE OLD 1930s ZENITH WORLDS FAIR GLASS ROD ART DECO DEPRESSION ERA RADIO

VINTAGE OLD 1930s ZENITH WORLDS FAIR GLASS ROD ART DECO DEPRESSION ERA RADIO

VINTAGE OLD 1930s ZENITH WORLDS FAIR GLASS ROD ART DECO DEPRESSION ERA RADIO

VINTAGE OLD 1930s ZENITH WORLDS FAIR GLASS ROD ART DECO DEPRESSION ERA RADIO

I WILL OFFER THE BEST IN COLLECTING. WATCH EVERY WEEK FOR GREAT FEATURED ITEMS. THIS IS A NICE EXAMPLE OF A 1939 ZENITH GLASS ROD RADIO. COLLECTORS CALL THIS RADIO THE ZENITH GLASS ROD WORLDS FAIR RADIO , BECAUSE OF ITS ASSOCIATION WITH THE NEW YORK 1939 WORLDS FAIR. THE FACADE OF THIS RADIO IS BEAUTIFUL WITH MARBLIZED TUNING DIAL TRIM. THIS RADIO IS ABOUT 8 INCHES TALL , 14 INCHES WIDE AND , 8 INCHES DEEP AND WEIGHS IN AT OVER 11 POUNDS. THIS RADIO WITH ITS OVER 70 YEAR OLD TUBE TYPE ELECTRONICS IS UNRESTORED AND IS STILL PLAYING WITH GOOD SOUND AND TUNING IN STATIONS. SO DONT LET THIS INCREDIBLE ZENITH RADIO SLIP BY , THEY DO NOT COME UP FOR SALE OFTEN. I HAVE SUPERSIZED THE PICTURES SO YOU CAN SEE EVERYTHING. I PACK VERY WELL , YOUR ITEM WILL BE DELIVERED WITHOUT DAMAGE. CHECK MY OTHER ITEMS FOR SALE Check out my other items. AND PLEASE BOOKMARK RADIOS10467 Be sure to add me to your favorites list. OVERSEAS BUYERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME. The item “VINTAGE OLD 1930s ZENITH WORLDS FAIR GLASS ROD ART DECO DEPRESSION ERA RADIO” is in sale since Saturday, September 12, 2015. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Radios”. The seller is “radios10467″ and is located in Monroe Township, New Jersey. This item can be shipped worldwide.

VINTAGE 1930s GENERAL ELECTRIC DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE GOTHIC STYLE OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s GENERAL ELECTRIC DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE GOTHIC STYLE OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s GENERAL ELECTRIC DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE GOTHIC STYLE OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s GENERAL ELECTRIC DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE GOTHIC STYLE OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s GENERAL ELECTRIC DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE GOTHIC STYLE OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s GENERAL ELECTRIC DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE GOTHIC STYLE OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s GENERAL ELECTRIC DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE GOTHIC STYLE OLD RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s GENERAL ELECTRIC DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE GOTHIC STYLE OLD RADIO

I WILL OFFER THE BEST IN COLLECTING. WATCH EVERY WEEK FOR GREAT FEATURED ITEMS. THE FACADE OF THIS RADIO IS BEAUTIFUL WITH ORNATE REPWOOD CARVINGS AS WELL AS BOTH SIDES. A SOLID AND WELL BUILT RADIO!!! THIS MAGNIFICENT RADIO IS AROUND 8 INCHES TALL , 11 INCHES WIDE AND , 5 INCHES DEEP. AND WEIGHS OVER 11 POUNDS. THE RADIO HAS A VERY UNIQUE DESIGN. THE RADIOS CABINET IS ORIGINAL AND VERY NICE AS GOOD AN ORIGINAL YOU WILL FIND. THE RADIO 75 + YEAR OLD TUBE TYPE ELECTRONICS IS UNTESTED , 1 TUBE IS MISSING SEE THE LAST PHOTO , THE ELECTRIC CORD IS ORIGINAL. THE CABINET IS SOLID , AND STURDY WITH NO ISSUES TO THE WOOD. OVERALL A BEAUTIFUL RADIO WITH LOTS OF EYE APPEAL. SO DONT LET THIS INCREDIBLE ORNATE RADIO SLIP BY , THEY DO NOT COME UP FOR SALE OFTEN. I HAVE SUPERSIZED THE PICTURES SO YOU CAN SEE EVERYTHING. I PACK VERY WELL , YOUR ITEM WILL BE DELIVERED WITHOUT DAMAGE. CHECK MY OTHER ITEMS FOR SALE Check out my other items. AND PLEASE BOOKMARK RADIOS10467 Be sure to add me to your favorites list. OVERSEAS BUYERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME. The item “VINTAGE 1930s GENERAL ELECTRIC DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE GOTHIC STYLE OLD RADIO” is in sale since Saturday, September 05, 2015. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Radios”. The seller is “radios10467″ and is located in Monroe Township, New Jersey. This item can be shipped worldwide.

VINTAGE 1930s RARE FADA EXTREME ART DECO ANTIQUE DEPRESSION ERA NEAR MINT RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s RARE FADA EXTREME ART DECO ANTIQUE DEPRESSION ERA NEAR MINT RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s RARE FADA EXTREME ART DECO ANTIQUE DEPRESSION ERA NEAR MINT RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s RARE FADA EXTREME ART DECO ANTIQUE DEPRESSION ERA NEAR MINT RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s RARE FADA EXTREME ART DECO ANTIQUE DEPRESSION ERA NEAR MINT RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s RARE FADA EXTREME ART DECO ANTIQUE DEPRESSION ERA NEAR MINT RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s RARE FADA EXTREME ART DECO ANTIQUE DEPRESSION ERA NEAR MINT RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s RARE FADA EXTREME ART DECO ANTIQUE DEPRESSION ERA NEAR MINT RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s RARE FADA EXTREME ART DECO ANTIQUE DEPRESSION ERA NEAR MINT RADIO

I WILL OFFER THE BEST IN RADIO COLLECTING. WATCH EVERY WEEK FOR GREAT FEATURED ITEMS. THIS RADIO IS THE ULTIMATE MACHINE AGE INDUSTRIAL DESIGNED ART DECO RADIO. THE RADIO ALSO IS HOUSED IN A BEAUTIFUL WOOD CASE , ALL ORIGINAL AND ABOUT AS GOOD AS YOU WILL EVER FIND THIS RADIO. THE RADIO IS STILL WORKING. SO DONT LET THIS MACHINE AGE RADIO SLIP BY , THEY DO NOT COME UP FOR SALE OFTEN. I HAVE SUPERSIZED THE PICTURES SO YOU CAN SEE EVERYTHING. I PACK VERY WELL , YOUR ITEM WILL BE DELIVERED WITHOUT DAMAGE. CHECK MY OTHER ITEMS FOR SALE Check out my other items. AND PLEASE BOOKMARK RADIOS10467 Be sure to add me to your favorites list. OVERSEAS BUYERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME. The item “VINTAGE 1930s RARE FADA EXTREME ART DECO ANTIQUE DEPRESSION ERA NEAR MINT RADIO” is in sale since Saturday, September 05, 2015. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Radios”. The seller is “radios10467″ and is located in Monroe Township, New Jersey. This item can be shipped worldwide.

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930′S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930'S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930'S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930'S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930'S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930'S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930'S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930'S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930'S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930'S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930'S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930'S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930'S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT

For your consideration is this exceptionally clean and rare 1930s J. Miller Company 3 tube pre-selector. Miller Company is know more for their coils and coil forms, but in the early 1930′s came out with a few kits. This is model 302 and is the 3 tube pre-selector, model 301 was a SW converter, model 511 the All-Wave Superhet Coil kit and model 550 a All-Wave Test Oscillator kit. Please notice the high quality of the workmanship with the under chassis wiring… Parallel wires are tied with string and every component was soldered with care. This unit uses one 80 and two 6D6 tubes. You might ask what is a pre-selector? And why did J. Think it had a market. In the 1930′s consumers started listening to foreign broadcasts for both news and new entertainment, then some, like my grandmother, were homesick and wanted to hear broadcasts in their native language. Most of the radios in the homes in that era had Short Wave bands, some were still TRF’s but most were Superhets. Some radios didn’t have a stage of RF amplification and then some had a large range of frequencies jammed into one band. This unit has it’s own power supply and allowed the consumer to connect it between the antenna and receiver without having to make any power connections to the receiver. Radio amateurs were also a target for this product. The 49 Meter band (5.8 to 6.3 Mhz) was a popular evening SW band in the 1930′s to hear foreign broadcasts, the problem was a large amount of image interference from strong commercial radio stations. The interference caused whistles, squeals and distortion across most of the band. This pre-selector was designed to add two additional stages of RF amplification and to eliminate image interference. The operation was easy and operated this way. The lower right knob is a five step rotary switch. The first two positions connect the antenna directly to the radio through this unit. The third through fifth positions select the band. If the 49 meter band was desired then the fifth position would be selected, after tuning the radio and getting the best reception on the desired station in positions 1 or 2. Then the pre-selector would be switched to position 5 and tune using the pre-selectors dial for the best reception. The frequency spread of the pre-selector is approximately 1.5 to 25 Mhz. The unit was powered up using an isolation transformer and variac and then filament and d. Voltages were measured and appear correct. New #46 dial lamps were installed and function properly. All the knobs are in great condition and are the original. The original metal cabinet with a step lid had a black krinkled finish and was re-sprayed a while back. None of the components were replaced to retain the historical appearance of this early and rare J. There is some information available in Antique Radios, the Collector Resource, in the forum section, 1930′s J. Miller Model 302 Pre-Selector, by author KJ60FC. If you collect early radio or Ham items, you might like this unit. I know you won’t find one this nice or complete. The dimensions of this J. Miller gem is 12″ wide, 9″ tall and 7 deep. Thank you for looking. The item “RARE VINTAGE ANTIQUE 1930′S J. W. MILLER SW HAM RADIO PRE-SELECTOR BUILT KIT” is in sale since Thursday, August 20, 2015. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Radio Communication\Ham, Amateur Radio\Other Ham Radio Equipment”. The seller is “autoprints” and is located in Manchester, New Hampshire. This item can be shipped to United States.

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930′s Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930's Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930's Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930's Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930's Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930's Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930's Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930's Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930's Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930's Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930's Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930's Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930's Old Tube Radio Works Perfect

1942 Zenith 6D2615 Boomerang! Hello, thank you for your interest – before continuing, please click. On the top right of the page – your homepage will show any new vintage radio listings I offer. Also, please look at the VIDEO DEMO below to see this beautiful radio in action! Known as the. By many collectors. There was also a similar Bakelite version (Model 6D615). Both models are sometimes called the “Darth Vader” radio, given its front mask like appearance. This was one of Zeniths last models before gearing up for war time production as America prepared for WW2. It is powered by 6 tubes. Hum and controls operate as designed with no slipping. The coolest feature of this antique classic – is the sound quality can be adjusted dynamically several different ways by using the 4 tone push button controls on either side of the dial – the controls work – a unique feature for a table radio in its day. I was also able to pull in many stations very well without a wire antenna but a clip on wire would probably make the reception even better. The detail on the cabinet is stunning and the burled wood very distinctive. Zenith was known for their elaborate cases during this era and with the attention to detail on the wood work of this one – it’s a perfect example! Now, please see the VIDEO DEMO below and hear this radio playing! From listening to the VIDEO DEMO , you can see that this radio sounds superb and it brings in stations up and down the dial loud and clear! It’s amazing to think that this very Zenith likely broadcast such historic 1942 news events as the US starting to turn the war around in the Pacific with major offences at Midway and the Coral Sea and the Allies opening a front in North Africa! This radio has been restored electronically. All tubes were tested and any weak ones replaced, capacitors were replaced as needed, the controls were cleaned and lubricated, an alignment was performed. The case was stripped and re-stained using high quality products. The cabinet is in very good condition – it has a nice finish and looks amazing – as with any radio almost 75 years old – there are going to be blemishes and imperfections on the top, sides, back, bottom, and front – but nothing that detracts from the overall look of the radio. There are a couple very minor veneer imperfections, most notably one on the top edge of the front – but not significant. The plug is likely not original. The original back is no longer present – quite common – but one can be obtained from a supplier called Retro Tronics. The knobs look like reproductions – too perfect to be original – if they are original – they’re the best ones I have ever seen on this model. At Zenith – The Quality Goes In Before The Name Goes On! As they said – and this particular example is evidence of that mantra. Made in the USA by ZENITH – these models are not often found in restored working condition and with such a nice restored finish – and even less common with any kind of electronic servicing. Don’t let this opportunity slip by! Dimensions are 16″ in length X 8 high X 7″ in depth. I use plenty of Bubble Wrap, extra padding – and double box or use extra box support material. It will be marked “Fragile” &’This side up on the box to make sure it is handled carefully. The radio is fully insured. If there are any problems, please contact me and we can review options. DETROIT WAS A BOOMTOWN DURING THE HEIGHT OF THE RADIOS POPULARITY (1930′s – 1950′s) SO THIS LOCATION IS HOME TO MANY RARE AND HARD TO FIND VINTAGE RADIOS – PLEASE STAY TUNED AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST! The item “RESTORED Antique Vintage ZENITH 6D2615 DECO 1930′s Old Tube Radio Works Perfect” is in sale since Sunday, August 16, 2015. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Radio, Phonograph, TV, Phone\Radios\Tube Radios\1930-49″. The seller is “radioseek” and is located in Rochester, Michigan. This item can be shipped to United States, to Canada, to United Kingdom, to Japan.
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • USA Americana Depression DECO: Industrial Old Rare Mint World War 2 1940′s 1930′s

VINTAGE 1930s OLD ZENITH ART DECO HUGE WALTON SIZE DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD ZENITH ART DECO HUGE WALTON SIZE DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD ZENITH ART DECO HUGE WALTON SIZE DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD ZENITH ART DECO HUGE WALTON SIZE DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD ZENITH ART DECO HUGE WALTON SIZE DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD ZENITH ART DECO HUGE WALTON SIZE DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD ZENITH ART DECO HUGE WALTON SIZE DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD ZENITH ART DECO HUGE WALTON SIZE DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD ZENITH ART DECO HUGE WALTON SIZE DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE RADIO

VINTAGE 1930s OLD ZENITH ART DECO HUGE WALTON SIZE DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE RADIO

I WILL OFFER THE BEST IN COLLECTING. WATCH EVERY WEEK FOR GREAT FEATURED ITEMS. THIS BEAUTIFUL AND MAGNIFICENT RADIO IS ABOUT AS BIG AS A ZENITH WALTON AND ABOUT 23 X 16 X 12. THE CABINET IS SOLID AND WELL BUILT!!! THE RADIO HAS A VERY UNIQUE DESIGN. THE RADIO IS RESTORED AND PLAYS WITH GOOD SOUND ON ALL BANDS. OVERALL A BEAUTIFUL RADIO WITH LOTS OF EYE APPEAL. SO DONT LET THIS INCREDIBLE RADIO SLIP BY , THEY DO NOT COME UP FOR SALE OFTEN. I HAVE SUPERSIZED THE PICTURES SO YOU CAN SEE EVERYTHING. I PACK VERY WELL , YOUR ITEM WILL BE DELIVERED WITHOUT DAMAGE. CHECK MY OTHER ITEMS FOR SALE Check out my other items. AND PLEASE BOOKMARK RADIOS10467 Be sure to add me to your favorites list. OVERSEAS BUYERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME. The item “VINTAGE 1930s OLD ZENITH ART DECO HUGE WALTON SIZE DEPRESSION ERA ANTIQUE RADIO” is in sale since Saturday, August 15, 2015. This item is in the category “Consumer Electronics\Vintage Electronics\Vintage Audio & Video\Vintage Radios”. The seller is “radios10467″ and is located in Monroe Township, New Jersey. This item can be shipped worldwide.