Detrola 274 'Split-Grille' Radio - Blue Plaskon w/ White Trim

Uncommon Early Plaskon Detrola Radio

Ref: RA765

This rarely seen Bright Blue Plaskon Detrola "Split-Grille" 274 Tube Radio is one of the most elusive designs that Detrola ever produced. This example is made of solid blue Plaskon with white Tenite knobs and 'Split-Grilles'.  This cabinet's design is a beautiful example of Machine Age styling with it's great rounded edges + molded plastic ridges that travel around the base of radio and separate 'split' louvered grills.

The cabinets of these sets are extremely fragile, and as a result few appear to have survived. The cases and trim often crack or became distorted due to the heat from the tubes and relatively small size.

The beautiful + brightly colored Plaskon cabinet is in good original condition. It has a couple small tight hairline cracks on the left side by grill openings that do not detract from the beauty and rarity of this set. The original grilles only show a mild amount of warp consistent with age.  Radio retains the original white knobs, cardboard back, all manufacturers labels all in good condition. The dial plastic is a correct replacement.

The radio measures 9.25" wide by 5.25" high by 4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.