FADA Radio
Long Island City - New York [1920-1965]
Catalin + Plaskon FADA Radio & Electric Company radios were popular in the 1930's and 1940's, and their designs gave wide exposure to the potential of plastics. The letters F.A.D.A. are the initials of Frank Angelo D'Andrea, founder of FADA Radio Corp.
FADA produced many radios and televisions over the years, but its brightly colored Catalin radios, particularly the Model 1000, popularly known as "The Bullet", is the best-known. The "Bullet" was first introduced in 1940 as a 115 model. Unfortunately, the names of the designers of this iconic design remains unknown. It was during the 1940s that the most enduring FADA plastic radio designs were made and marketed. The brightly colored Catalin and Plaskon "Fada Coloradios" streamlined designs became part of the history of what is referred to as the "Golden Age of Radio," during the 1940s. The Catalin FADA radios made prewar are often referred to as the "early" models.
Other Catalin models manufactured by FADA that are well known + sought after by radio collectors because of their fabulous Deco designs include: "Bullet" models 115, 116, 189 "All-American" + 200 Series which was also made as an "All-American" with blue bezel, blue cabinet "All-American" with red handle + knobs must have a 189 sticker, the L-56/ L-26 / 136 / 149 / 202 / SW157 + 188 and 202 as "All-American" model(recommended to have sticker for all color combos except possibly the blue handle + knobs version), F55 / 52/ F44, 5F60 / 21, 5F50 / 53, 652 / 252 / 659 "Temple", 700 "Cloud", and the 711 "Dip-Top".
The FADA "Bullet" model was made in three different cabinet/trim variations: standard grill slit cut-outs, open-face, and insert grill. The open-face + inset grill models were made in the factory when the slits on the grill were damaged during the molding process. FADA workers just cut out the damaged grill section in order to save a cabinet and have a radio that was salable. The open-face is sought to be a transitional model to the insert grill with very few made.
** We are always looking to buy FADA Catalin Radios as well as other Catalin, Plaskon + Bakelite radios by any manufacturer. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a radio. Calls are always welcome: 305.778.2182 **
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FADA 1000 Catalin Radio 'Bullet' in Onyx + Yellow
Perfect FADA 1000 Catalin Radio in Translucent Onyx
Highly marbleized onyx with yellow trim Fada 1000 'Bullet' Catalin Streamliner. This radio's styling epitomizes 1940’s Streamline Art Deco design. Its sleek, rounded lines suggest speed and practicality, hallmarks of streamlined industrial design from those years. The beautiful onyx catalin cabinet has intense orange, brown + white marbleizing and a beautiful transparency. The light yellow trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Bullet Streamliner model. This onyx and yellow FADA 1000 has no cracks, chips, nicks or repairs; has a very mild tube burn on side that in no way detracts from the beauty of this radio. Radio cabinet has been polished back to its factory original onyx color from its oxidized caramel coloring. The yellow catalin dial ring, fluted knobs and handle are original + correct to the radio and also in great condition with no cracks, chips or repairs. The beautiful Art Deco gold "Gemloid" dial face is bright and has no paint wear. Radio retains the original gold fabric grill cloth and back panel. Dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 10.25" wide by 6.25" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete; dial string does not work. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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FADA 5F60 Catalin Radio Yellow with Green Grill
Beautiful Early Art Deco FADA 5F60 or 'Baby Fada' Catalin Radio
Stunning Fada 5F60 Catalin radio in faintly marbleized yellow with a bright green insert grill. This rare prewar 1936/37 is one of the earliest catalin radio models made and has a simple and distinct cabinet design. This yellow + green example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. This is a striking color combination for this radio. This model has come to be known to collectors as the 'Baby Fada' because of its small size. The catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the green trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. Catalin cabinet, insert grill and fluted knobs are original to the radio and have no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Clear dial plastic cover and water-slide decal are correct replacements. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use. This is a great example of an all-original early FADA. The radio measures 7.75" wide by 5" high by 4.75" 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.
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FADA L-56 Catalin Radio in Yellow + Marbleized Red
Great Early Wrap-Around FADA L-56 Catalin Radio
Great FADA L-56 catalin radio in marbleized yellow with bright red wrap-around grill. This Art Deco catalin model made in 1939 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This seldom seen red insert grill with a yellow cabinet is a beautiful example with beautiful marbleizing. The catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the red trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. This is a great example of an all-original early FADA. The glossy yellow catalin cabinet, handle and knobs are in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or repairs; cabinet has a mild tube burn as seen. The original bright red marbleized grill has no cracks, chips or repairs. The beautiful graphic dial is bright and in great condition. The dial plastic + water-slide decal are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" 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.
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FADA L-56 Catalin Radio in Yellow + Marbleized Blue
Great Early Wrap-Around FADA L-56 Catalin Radio
Great FADA L-56 catalin radio in marbleized yellow with bright lapis-lazuli blue wrap-around grill. This Art Deco catalin model made in 1939 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This seldom seen blue insert grill with a yellow cabinet is a beautiful example with beautiful marbleizing. The catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the blue trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. This is a great example of an all-original early FADA. The glossy yellow catalin cabinet, handle and knobs are in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or repairs; cabinet has a mild tube burn as seen. The original bright blue marbleized grill has no cracks, chips or repairs; grill has been cut/polished back to its original lapis-lazuli color from it's oxidized green coloring and looks incredible. The beautiful graphic dial is bright and in great condition. The dial plastic + water-slide decal are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" 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.
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FADA 1000 Catalin Radio Insert Grill Bullet Maroon + Yellow - Rare
Perfect All-Original Fada 1000 Insert Grill Fada Bullet
Beautiful FADA 1000 'Bullet' Catalin Radio with rare insert grill in maroon with yellow trim. The catalin cabinet cabinet displays a rich, warm butterscotch patina that only 70 years can achieve. The original yellow trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Bullet model. his radio styling epitomizes 1940's Streamline design with its sleek rounded lines that suggest speed and practicality, hallmarks of streamlined industrial design from those years. FADA produced many radios and televisions over the years, but its Catalin radios, particularly the 'Bullet' are the best-known models. The Catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the butterscotch trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Bullet Streamliner model. The maroon catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, breaks, or repairs. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. The yellow catalin insert grill, dial bezel, fluted knobs and handle are original + correct to the radio, they are also in great condition with no cracks, chips, breaks or repairs. The Art Deco gold "'Gemloid' dial face is bright and in great condition. Radio retains the original back panel. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. Radio measures approximately: 10.25" wide by 6.25" high by 5.5" 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.
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FADA SW-57 Catalin Radio in Translucent Onyx Green + Yellow Trim
Great Early Wrap-Around FADA SW-57 Catalin Radio
FADA SW-57 in translucent marbleized onyx with yellow wrap-around grill, knobs + handle. This Art Deco catalin model made in 1939 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. The SW-57 version of the L-56 style is the shortwave model with a toggle switch on the back. The chassis in this model is bigger going all the way to the back edge; this made it that Fada had to add two factory holes on the bottom rear edge to secure the larger chassis. This seldom seen onyx + light yellow catalin example is a beautiful example with great swirls of white, green burnt orange with incredible translucency. The glossy onyx catalin cabinet is in great condition with no chips, cracks or repairs; it does have a super mild tube burn that blends perfectly with the swirls and color. Radio's cabinet has been cut/polished back to its original onyx green color from it's oxidized caramel coloring. The marbleized yellow insert grill, knobs and fluted knobs are original and have no damage. The beautiful graphic dial is bright and in great condition. Radio retains the original paper manufacturers label affixed to the bottom. The dial plastic + water-slide decal are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This is a seldom found color combination that would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" 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.
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FADA L-56 Catalin Radio in Heavily Marbleized Blue + Yellow
Great Early Wrap-Around FADA L-56 Catalin Radio
Stunning + Rare FADA L-56 catalin radio in highly marbleized lapis-lazuli blue with light yellow wrap-around grille + knobs. This Art Deco catalin model made in 1939 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This seldom seen blue + yellow color is a beautiful example with great swirls and vibrancy. The bright blue cabinet has veins of white with tones of blue and green running through it that makes this an incredible example. The glossy bright blue catalin cabinet and handle are in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Radio's cabinet has been cut/polished back to its original lapis-lazuli color from it's oxidized green coloring. The marbleized light yellow insert grill and fluted knobs are original to the radio and have no damage. The beautiful graphic dial is bright and in great condition. Radio retains the original paper manufacturers label affixed to the bottom. The dial plastic + water-slide decal are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" 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.
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FADA 188 All-American Catalin Radio - White + Red + Blue - Great
Seldom Seen All-Original 188 'All-American' Series FADA Catalin
Rare + Beautiful FADA 188 'All-American' catalin radio with marbleized alabaster cabinet, marbleized lapis-lazuli blue handle + knobs and bright red marbleized wrap-around grill. This extremely rare + beautiful all-original radio is seldom seen. This model was most likely produced by FADA Radio to compete with the Emerson Patriot, another Catalin radio issued in the red-white-blue color combo. The glossy Catalin cabinet is perfect with no cracks, chips or repairs; however it does have a common mild tube burn Radio's cabinet has been cut/polished back to its original alabaster color from it's oxidized butterscotch coloring. The original bright blue catalin handle(which lifts and is contoured to the shape of the cabinet) + knobs are original and correct to the radio and are also in great condition with no cracks, stress lines, chips, breaks, burns or repairs. The bright red grill is original to the radio and also in perfect condition. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use is a stunning example of an original FADA 188 'All-American'. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" 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.
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FADA 188 'All-American' Catalin Radio - Red, White + Blue - Rare
Seldom Seen All-Original 188 'All-American" Series FADA Catalin
Ultra Rare + Beautiful FADA 188 'All-American' catalin radio with a faintly marbleized alabaster cabinet, marbleized red handle + knobs and bright lapis-lazuli blue marbleized wrap-around grill. This extremely rare + beautiful all-original radio is seldom seen. This model was most likely produced by FADA Radio to compete with the Emerson Patriot, another Catalin radio issued in the red-white-blue color combo. The glossy Catalin cabinet is perfect with no cracks, chips or repairs; however it does have a common mild tube burn Radio's cabinet has been cut/polished back to its original alabaster color from it's oxidized butterscotch coloring. The original bright red catalin handle(which lifts and is contoured to the shape of the cabinet) + knobs are original and correct to the radio and are also in great condition with no cracks, stress lines, chips, breaks, burns or repairs. Lapis-lazuli grill is original to the radio and also in perfect condition. Radio retains the original manufacturers label with model 188 designation affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use is a stunning example of an original FADA 188 'All-American'. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" 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.
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Rare FADA 'All-American' Bullet Catalin Radio - Red, White + Blue
Seldom Seen All Original 'All-American' Series FADA Bullet
Rare FADA 'All-American' Bullet Streamliner Series 200/189 with a marbleized alabaster cabinet, marbleized blue dial bezel + bright red marbleized Catalin handle and knobs.This extremely rare + beautiful all original radio is seldom seen. This model was most likely produced by FADA Radio to compete with the Emerson Patriot, another Catalin radio issued in the red-white-blue color combo. This radio styling epitomizes 1940’s Streamline design. Its sleek, rounded lines suggest speed and practicality, hallmarks of streamlined industrial design from those years. FADA produced many radios and televisions over the years, but its Catalin radios, particularly the 'Bullet' are the best-known models. The beautifully marbleized cabinet has been cut/polished back to the original alabaster from the oxidized butterscotch and the original lapis-lazuli blue catalin has been polished back original color from the oxidized green to make for a strikingly beautiful radio; see last photo for before. The dial ring is original and correct to the radio and in great condition with no cracks, stress lines, chips or repairs. The marbleized cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs.The red 200 Series sharp edged gumdrop knobs and handle are original to the radio. The early style 200 grill cloth is original and in great condition. The 200 Series gold gemloid dial face with different numbering + triangular station markers is different from the standard Model 100 is in great bright condition. Radio retains the original and correct stickers on the bottom of the cabinet, + cardboard back panel in great condition. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 10.25" wide by 6.25" high by 5.5" 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.
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Rare FADA 1000 Insert Grill 'Bullet' Catalin Radio Alabaster + Red
Perfect All-Original Fada 1000 Insert Grill Fada Bullet
Striking FADA 1000 'Bullet' Catalin Radio with rare insert grill in marbleized alabaster with red marbleized trim. This alabaster and red example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. This radios styling epitomizes 1940’s Streamline design. Its sleek, rounded lines suggest speed and practicality, hallmarks of streamlined industrial design from those years. FADA produced many radios and televisions over the years, but its catalin radios, particularly the 'Bullet' are the best-known models. The bright red marbleized insert grill and trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. The beautifully marbleized cabinet has been cut/polished back to the original alabaster from the oxidized butterscotch. The marbleized catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, breaks, tube burns or repairs. The bright red catalin insert grill, dial bezel, fluted knobs and handle are original + correct to the radio, they are also in great condition with no cracks, chips, breaks or repairs. The Art Deco gold 'Gemloid' dial face is bright and in great condition. Radio retains the original back panel with the model 1000 designation printed. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. Radio measures approximately: 10.25" wide by 6.25" high by 5.5" 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.
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FADA L-56 Catalin Radio in Maroon + Yellow
Great Early Wrap-Around FADA L-56 Catalin Radio
Perfect FADA L-56 catalin radio in maroon/plum with butterscotch wrap-around grille + knobs. This Art Deco catalin model made in 1939 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This plum + butterscotch catalin example is all original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. The glossy plum catalin cabinet + handle are in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, repairs or tube burns. The yellow catalin grill and knobs are complete + factory original to the radio and free of cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The beautiful graphic dial is bright and in great condition. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" 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.
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FADA 53 / 5f50 Catalin Radio in Alabaster + Red
Superb Example of an Early FADA 53/5F50 Catalin Radio
Stunning prewar 1938 FADA model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized alabaster with a marbleized red insert grill. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This alabaster and red example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. The bright red marbleized insert grill adds contrast and style to this stunning example. The beautifully marbleized cabinet has been cut/polished back to the original alabaster from the oxidized butterscotch. The marbleized cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The bright red catalin insert grill is beatifyully marblized with yellow streaks and is also free of cracks, chips or repairs. Clear dial plastic cover and water slide decal are correct replacements. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use. The radio measures 7.75" wide by 5.75" high by 4.75" 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.
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Fada 53 / 5F50 Catalin Radio in Butterscotch + Green
Superb Example of this Early FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio
Beautiful prewar Fada model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized butterscotch with a bright green grill insert. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This yellow and bright green example is all original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. Green grill makes for a wonderful contrast with the butterscotch cabinet. The faintly marbleized cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or repairs; it does have a minor tube burn that blends with cabinet coloration. The bright green catalin insert grill is also free of cracks, chips or repairs. Clear dial plastic cover and water slide decal are correct replacements. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use. The radio measures 7.75" wide by 5.75" high by 4.75" 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.
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Fada 711 'Dip-Top' Catalin Radio Lapis Lazuli Blue + White
Perfect + Rare Bright Blue Dip-Top Catalin Radio From 1946
Rare and desirable lapis-lazuli blue 1946 Fada 711 "Dip-Top" Catalin radio - the last of the Catalin models made by Fada Radio. The Catalin case has spectacular marbleizing and has been cut/polished back to its original color of bright lapis-lazuli blue. This radio has no chips, cracks, tube burns or repairs to the catalin case. The ivory marbled knobs + handle are original and also free f any damage. The bright and colorful Fada sunburst dial face is also in great original condition with only slight wear. Dial plastic is a correct replacement and gold grill mesh has been re-flocked back to its original state. Radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide x 5.75" high x 4.5" 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 prior to use.
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Beautiful FADA L-56 Catalin Radio in Emerald Green + Butterscotch
Great Early Wrap-Around FADA L-56 Catalin Radio
Rare FADA L-56 catalin radio in highly marbleized Emerald Green with butterscotch wrap-around grille + knobs. This Art Deco catalin model made in 1939 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This seldom seen green + butterscotch catalin example is a beautiful example with great swirls and vibrance. The vibrant emerald green cabinet is beautifully marbleized with yellow, darker and lighter green veins. The vibrant green catalin cabinet is free of chips, tube burns or repairs; however it does have a hairline crack on the top left corner radiating from grill opening and a burn(reddish color-not from tube) on the left side rear. The original emerald green handle is lighter on the backside(see photos). These small defects in no way take away from the beauty and rarity of this radio. The marbleized butterscotch insert grill and fluted knobs are original to the radio and have no damage. Clear dial plastic cover and water-slide decal are correct replacements. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use. This rare radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" 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.
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FADA 116 Catalin 'Euro Bullet' Radio in Onyx Green + Yellow - Export Model
Rare FADA Export Model Catalin Radio in Onyx Green
Seldom seen FADA Model 116 Pre-War 'Euro Bullet' Catalin Streamliner in beautiful marbleized translucent Onyx Green with Yellow marbleized trim. This radio's styling epitomizes 1940’s Streamline Art Deco design. Its sleek, rounded lines suggest speed and practicality, hallmarks of streamlined industrial design from those years. The original marbleized yellow trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a seldom found FADA 116 Euro Bullet model. The model 116 is the export European version of the pre-war Fada 115. The model 116 ‘Euro-Bullet' differs from the similar looking model 115, in that it has a slightly different dial with shortwave/broadcast bands with a selection switch on back and radio is 220V chassis. The warm onyx green patina on the cabinet is highlighted by some orange, clear + yellow marbleizing and a beautiful transparency. The highly transparent yellow trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Bullet Streamliner model. The cabinet on this onyx and yellow FADA 115 has no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The yellow catalin dial ring, gumdrop knobs and handle are original + correct to the radio and also in great condition with no cracks, chips, breaks, or repairs. The correct copper foil grill cloth is in great original condition. The fragile paper + gold foil dial face is in great condition with only minimal wear. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel with FA-DA-SCOPE label and part of the orignal stickers with the 116 model designation visible. The dial plastic cover is a replacement. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 10.25" wide by 6.25" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete and is 220V. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Stunning FADA Model F55 Catalin Radio in Emerald Green + Yellow
Rare early wrap around grill FADA Catalin Radio
Stunning + Rare FADA F55 in highly marbleized Emerald Green with yellow wrap-around grille and knobs. This Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. The vibrant emerald green cabinet is beautifully marbleized with yellow, darker and lighter green veins. The vibrant green catalin cabinet is free of chips, tube burns or repairs; however it does have three small hairline cracks, Two of the hairlines are located on the bottom of the cabinet and can not bee seen when displayed, the third one is coming off the bottom left corner of the grill opening and is difficult to see as it blends nicely with the deep green color and swirls and is smooth. These small defects in no way take away from the beauty and rarity of this radio. The marbleized yellow insert grill and fluted knobs are original to the radio and have no damage. Radio retains the original manufacturers sticker affixed to the bottom with the "GA" designation for green + alabaster. Clear dial plastic cover and water-slide decal are correct replacements. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" 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.
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FADA Model 200 'Bullet' Catalin Radio in Marbelized Blue + Butterscotch
Stunning + Rare Example Model 200 Blue FADA Bullet
Seldom seen FADA 'Bullet' Model 200 in Blue with Butterscotch Catalin radio with great marbling - this is a beautiful + original Art Deco radio. The bluish-green patina on this radio is beautiful - radio has only been lightly polished to a high gloss. The green(blue) colored cabinet has strong veins of yellow with tones of blue running through it that makes this an incredible example. The 200 Series differs from the Model 1000 in that it has specific sharp-edge gumdrop knobs, different grill cloth, dial face with different numbering + triangular station markers and dial pointer with an orange plastic center. This radio styling epitomizes 1940's Streamline design with its sleek rounded lines that suggest speed and practicality, hallmarks of streamlined industrial design from those years. FADA produced many radios and televisions over the years, but its Catalin radios, particularly the 'Bullet' are the best-known models. The glossy Catalin cabinet is perfect with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs and has beautiful intense marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. The butterscotch trim with its 200 Series sharp edged gumdrop knobs, bezel and handle are original to the radio. Radio retains the original 200 Series grill cloth in great condition with only slight wear. Radio retains the original and stickers on the bottom of the cabinet, + cardboard back panel in great condition. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches/scuffs consistent with light use. This highly marbleized rare 200 Series blue and yellow Fada 'Bullet' is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 10.85" wide by 6.75" high by 5.75" 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 prior to use.
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Rare FADA 1000 Insert Grill 'Bullet' Catalin Radio Butterscotch + Red
Perfect All-Original Fada 1000 Insert Grill Fada Bullet
Beautiful FADA 1000 'Bullet' Catalin Radio with rare insert grill in butterscotch with red marbleized trim. The catalin cabinet cabinet displays a rich, warm butterscotch patina that only 70 years can achieve. The original marbleized red trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Bullet model. The butterscotch catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, breaks, or repairs. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. The bright red catalin insert grill, dial bezel, fluted knobs and handle are original + correct to the radio, they are also in great condition with no cracks, chips, breaks or repairs. The Art Deco gold "'Gemloid' dial face is bright and in great condition. Radio retains the original back panel. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. Radio measures approximately: 10.25" wide by 6.25" high by 5.5" 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.
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