This is a vintage Firestone AIR CHIEF No. I believe it dates to the early 1950′s and has a nice Streamline style. Ivory white case is bakelite I think and is about perfect. Very little wear at all. Radio works perfectly and has good sound and reception.
I found this box in the basement. We have a dry basement no pets no smoking. This is on a metal shelf above the floor. My dad was electrical engineer Raytheon and he loved fixing things and building things especially with TVs and tubes and radios and sonar equipment. Most of the tubes in these boxes seem to be an excellent condition if you’re interested or you have any questions, please write to me. I don’t answer them as best I can.
All the tubes are untested. Comes with tester, paperwork, leads, flashlight. Looks like they guy that used it at one point just closed it up and never opened it again. Any questions just ask.
Absolutely outstanding example of a Fada 790 from 1949, restored (we believe) twenty years ago. I have not turned it on to determine whether it works; if it was not restored as we believe then turning it on could damage the radio. Part of the schematic is still affixed to the bottom. If we have one, I’ll include it; if not they are available on-line. It is rare to find one in this condition! Fada Radio & Electric Co. Long Island, NY, broadcast receiver, 8 tubes (6BE6, 12AT7, 6BA6 x 2, 6AT6, 6AL5, 25L6GT, 25Z6GT). Superheterodyne (common); ZF/IF 455 kHz; 2 AF stage(s). Broadcast (BC) and FM or UHF. Power type and voltage. AC/DC-set / 105 – 125 Volt. Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil) / Ø 6 inch = 15.2 cm. Model: 790 – Fada Radio & Electric Co. Tablemodel, with any shape – general. 14.5 x 8.25 x 6.75 inch / 368 x 210 x 171 mm. External source of data. Collector’s Guide to Antique Radios 4. Rider’s Perpetual, Volume 19 = 1949 and before. Beitman Radio Diagrams, Vol. Photofact Folder, Howard W. (Date 6-49, Set 64, Folder 6).
Vintage Sylvania Electronics Tube TV & Radio Serviceman Repairman Case. Loaded with New Old Stock Tubes. This product is a comprehensive repairman case filled with tools and equipment for servicing vintage Sylvania electronics, including tube TVs and radios. Made in the United States, it is a valuable item for those working with vintage audio and video equipment.
Here is a great 1940s Vintage Philco Tube Radio / Turntable, with Wooden Case, Model 46-1203 – will list as non-functioning, but it worked inconsistently for us. We did nothing to make repairs or diagnose. We will not accept a return. Superhet with RF-stage; ZF/IF 455 kHz; 2 AF stage(s). Power type and voltage. Alternating Current supply (AC) / 115 Volt. Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil). Philco, Philadelphia Stg. Tablemodel, Box – most often with Lid (NOT slant panel). Condition Notes: Wear and scuffs on surfaces. Varnish flaking off in spots. One crack in wooden “grille” face. Tested the radio – it did NOT work. Turntable turns, arm doesn’t stay in place – but we did nothing to diagnose or repair. We always try to highlight any defects we may find in the images so you know exactly what you’re getting. We are a small veteran-owned business based out of Western NY. We also offer an array of unique items including new and classic books, toys, games, electronics, comics, moto gear, novelties, and more. If you have any questions, we would love to hear from you! Thank you for looking! Each item is carefully packaged to ensure it arrives to you safely. All of our items come from our facility located in Batavia, New York, 14020. Sometimes pictures can help us resolve any issues. They should also include the original box and/or packaging with all tags included.
(mid 40′s) Manufactured by Air King Products Co. 1523-63rd street Brooklyn, New York This radio was one of my father’s collectibles. He had a radio/tv shop in the 40-60′s. It has not been plugged in for 30 years. It picks up stations but has a hum (probably a transformer or capacitor hum) from sitting idle for so long. I never learned how to repair radios. The cabinet is in very good shape and the tuning dial works.
Case & knobs are in beautiful shape. In 1946 demand for radios, like automobiles, was pent up due to the suspension of production during the war. Many companies produced radios in 1946 to meet this demand. One of the less known of these was the Midland Radio Co. The company presumably got its name from its geographical location. The M6B is a five tube superhet circuit set, operated on 115V AC or DC. The M6B utilized slug tuning (variable inductors) instead of the usual variable capacitor. A cam mechanism is used to move the slugs up and down while turning the dial indicator over a 300 deg arc. Performance of the M6B is average. The exterior design of the M6B is a good example of early post-war styling. The M6B is an example of a “left handed radio”, one of the few radios designed with knobs on the left side of the set. The Midland Radio Co. Did not last long, but some of the radios are still with us. See photos and description. All items come from a smoke free/pet friendly home.
Vintage Philco Tube Radio Model 60 Wood Cathedral Case 1939s. I plugged the radio in and the light turns on, but I did not hear any sound or anything. See pictures for condition. Condition looks really nice as it appears to have been refinished in the past.
This radio has not been worked on mechanically, I lightly cleaned the exterior and applied a light coat of feed n wax to the wood case. Would make an excellent candidate for a restoration. This vintage Fisher FM-90 FM tube radio tuner is a beautiful addition to any vintage audio collection. The brass face and wood case add a touch of elegance to its design. Made in the United States, this tuner is a true classic. The FM-90 model is perfect for fans of Fisher products. It offers clear sound quality and a smooth experience when tuning into radio stations. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to add this iconic vintage audio item to your collection.
