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Catalin Radios For Sale, Plaskon Radios For Sale, Mirror Radios For Sale + Bakelite Tube Radios for Sale. Please note that available radios will usually be shown on the first page.
We are always looking to buy Catalin, Plaskon, Bakelite + Mirror radios by any manufacturer. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a single radio or an entire collection - Top Prices Paid
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Emerson AU-190 Radio Marbleized Green Catalin Tombstone
Spectacular Green Marbleized Catalin 1937 Emerson AU-190 Radio
Emerson AU-190 radio from 1937 in a highly marbleized Brazilian Onyx/Green catalin. Radio is absolutely stunning with its heavily marbleized cabinet. The tones of green, yellow, clear and brown add depth to an already beautiful radio. Radio cabinet has been hand polished to an incredible gloss. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Gold fabric grill cloth is original to the radio and in great condition with no holes or fading and only small signs of age. The 3 green catalin knobs are perfect and original to the radio. Water-slide decal + dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 10" high by 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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Fada 700 'Cloud' Catalin Radio in Plum with Ivory
All-Original Maroon Fada Model 700 'Cloud'
Beautiful Fada model 700 "Cloud" catalin radio in maroon/plum with ivory trim. The model 700 was made starting in 1946 by the FADA Radio & Electric Co. This model was one of three new designs for the postwar period. The original maroon catalin cabinet is highlighted with the bright ivory trim. The shiny maroon cabinet has no cracks, chips, burn marks, or repairs. It is uncommon to find a Fada model 700 in perfect condition; they are prone to damage. The ivory swirled plastic handle and knobs are original to the radio and are in perfect condition. This set retains its original reverse painted dial plastic, masonite back and the remnants of the manufactures sticker on the bottom of the case. Measures approximately: 10.5" wide x 6.5" high x 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 700 'Cloud' Radio in Marbelized Blue Catalin
Great Swirls on this Rare Blue 1946 FADA 700 Radio
Beautiful + Rare Fada model 700 'Cloud' catalin radio in marbleized blue with ivory. The Catalin model 700 'Cloud' was made starting in 1946 by the FADA Radio & Electric Co. This model was one of three new designs for the postwar period. The original blue catalin, which has taken on a beautiful bluish-green and yellow swirl patina, is the rarest color to find. The shiny blueish-green cabinet has yellow swirls running throughout that give it depth. Cabinet has no cracks, chips, burn marks, or repairs. It is uncommon to find a blue 700 in perfect condition. The ivory pearlized plastic handle and knobs are original to the radio and are in perfect condition. This set retains its original reverse painted dial plastic + masonite back. Measures approximately: 10.5" wide x 6.5" high x 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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Emerson BM258 Catalin Radio 'Big Miracle' in Bright Oxblood Red
Seldom Seen Emerson 'Big Miracle' in Rare Color
Emerson BM-258 'Big Miracle' Catalin radio in marbleized oxblood red with ivory trim. Made by Emerson Radio + Television in 1938 the Big Miracle is a slightly larger version of the Little Miracle. The oxblood cabinet has yellow, clear and red marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. The bright oxblood red color is brought out with its contrasting ivory louvered grill + knobs. This original seldom seen radio is just a great example of this Emerson 'Big Miracle' model. The oxblood red cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. This models fragile ivory plastic grill + knobs which, are prone to deterioration, are exact replacements. Radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide by 7.25" high by 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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Sentinel 195ULTA 'Push-Button' Catalin Radio in Pistachio with Tortoise
Rare Sentinel Model in Perfect Condition
Sentinel 195U / 195ULTA catalin radio in a beautiful + highly marbleized pistachio/light green colored case with translucent tortoise trim. This radios design with its wrap around grill, asymmetrical design with stepped top + push-buttons is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. Manufactured in 1939 by Sentinel Radio Corporation, out of Illinois. This model is seldom seen in perfect condition such as this one. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color and glow and also has exceptionally striking clear, yellow , orange + red marbleizing. The glossy catalin pistachio cabinet has beautiful marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. The cabinet has no cracks, chips, nicks, tube burns or repairs. The transulcent catalin grill + knobs are original to the radio and in perfect condition as are the push-buttons. The radio is a stunning example of this Sentinel model that is seldom seen in perfect condition as they are prone to damage. Dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. This radio measures approximately: 10.25" wide by 6.75" high by 5.25" 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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Crosley G1465 'Split-Grille' Catalin Radio - Black + Butterscotch
Seldom Seen Black Swirled Crosley Catalin Deco Radio
Rare Crosley G1465 catalin radio in highly marbleized dark green/black case with butterscotch trim. The Crosley 'Split-Grille' manufactured in 1938 by manufactured by Moffats Limited, Weston, Ontario has striking deco elements incorporated into the design. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally striking yellow marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. This radio original radio is a stunning example of this Crosley model. The marbleized cabinet has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. All trim is original to radio and in perfect condition with no cracks, chips or repairs. Retains original manufacturers paper label on bottom. Clear dial plastic cover is a replacement. Radio measures approximately: 9.5" long by 5.75" high by 3.75" 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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Rare FADA Model 53 Catalin Radio in Emerald Green + Butterscotch
Superb Example of an Early FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio
FADA 53 / 5F50 in Emerald Green with Butterscotch grill and knobs. This rarely seen one-owner vibrant emerald green cabinet Fada is beautifully marbleized with yellow and darker green hues. This Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This radio retains the factory gloss, the yellow trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. The vibrant green catalin cabinet has one small hairline on the front right corner of the grill opening and a small chip + hairline on the bottom 'foot' of radio(not visible when displayed); these small defects in no way take away fron the beauty and rarity of this radio. The marbleized yellow 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 is a great example of an all-original early FADA. 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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Air King 'Skyscraper' Radio Model 66 in Black - Harold Van Doren
Striking American Art Deco Air King Radio Design
Black Air King 'Skyscraper' Model 66 radio with the 'Globe' insert, a true American Art Deco icon. John Sideli in his book "Classic Plastic Radios of the 30's and 40's called it "one of the most important plastic radios ever made". This jet black bakelite Air King Model 66 was designed by Harold Van Doren + John Gordon Rideout for the Air King Products Company of New York in 1933. This early model constructed of Bakelite(an early plastic), has the Globe insert on its waterfall facade. The fragile nature of the Air King radios has made them extremely rare + desirable. Radio is all-original + in fabulous condition with only small scratches consistent with age and use; cabinet has one tight almost invisible hairline on the top from under the bar going to the back edge. Globes and convex glass covering them are original + perfect. Black dial face with Atlas holding the world on his shoulders is is bright and perfect. The three Black bakelite knobs with inset ivory plaskon + the two top bars are original to the radio and perfect. Radio retains the original grill cloth and cardboard bottom panel. Speaker is not attached, as it is safer to display the Air King without the heavy speaker hanging from top of cabinet. The radio measures approximately: 11.75" High by 8.75" Wide by 6.75" 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. ** We are always LOOKING TO BUY Air King Skyscraper Radios - TOP PRICE PAID FOR THIS RADIO in any color or condition. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a radio. **
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Fada Model 711 'Dip-Top' Catalin Radio in Blue + Ivory
Perfect + Rare Blue/Green FADA Dip-Top Catalin Radio
Rare and highly desirable lapis-lazuli blue 1946 Fada 711 'Dip-Top' Catalin radio - the last of the Catalin models made by Fada Radio. The beautiful catalin case has intense yellow marbleizing. This radio has no chips, cracks, tube burns or repairs to the catalin case or plastic trim. The ivory marbled knobs + handle are original and the bright and colorful Fada sunburst dial face is also in excellent original condition. Radio retains original dial plastic, flocked grill, and masonite back panel. The Catalin cabinet has taken on a beautiful and even patina after having been polished back to the original blue color about 10 years ago. 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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FADA 652 Catalin Radio Onyx + Yellow Insert Grill 'Temple' - Rare
Original Insert Grille 2-Tone FADA 652 Catalin Radio
Uncommon Insert Grill FADA 652 'Temple' Catalin radio in a beautiful Onyx/Pea-Green and Butterscotch Catalin - beautiful + all-original Art Deco radio. Radio model was part of the 1940-1942 FADA radio lineup.The onyx catalin cabinet is highlighted by beautiful yellow and orange marbleizing. The butterscotch grille, knobs and dial bezel adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Temple model. This onyx/pea-green and yellow FADA 652 is in wonderful condition with no chips, repairs or tube burns. Cabinet does have one very small hairline coming off the bottom right corner of the insert grill opening, this is a common occurrence on the rarer insert grill models. The butterscotch catalin louvered insert grill, dial surround and fluted knobs are original to this radio and in perfect condition with no cracks, stress lines, chips, breaks, burns or repairs. Radio cabinet was cut/polished back to the original onyx a few years ago and has taken on a beautiful warm onyx patina. Reverse painted dial glass is an exact replacement for the original one, which often is damaged on this model. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel. 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: 10.85" 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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Arvin 532 Catalin Radio in Maroon/Merlot with Yellow Trim
Uniquely Designed Arvin Catalin Radio
Stunning Arvin Model 532 catalin radio in Maroon/Merlot with Yellow trim from 1940. This radio with the dial on the left side with its chunky 'tractor wheel' knobs makes for unique design features not found on other catalin radios of the time. This Art Deco radio features a yellow catalin 'waterfall' speaker insert grill + knobs. The glossy maroon catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The yellow catalin trim is complete and factory original to the radio. Trim has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The beautiful graphic dial is bright and in great condition. Radio retains the original manufactures labels still affixed to the bottom of cabinet and grill cloth. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio measures approximately 8.5" wide x 6" high x 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 / L-56 Catalin Radio in Onyx + Alabaster - Great Deco Design
Seldom Seen Color Combination Shortwave Model
FADA SW-57/L-56 in onyx with alabaster 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 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 + alabaster/light yellow catalin example is a beautiful example with great swirls and translucency. The glossy onyx catalin cabinet is in nice condition with no chips or repairs; however it does have a hairline on the bottom rear screw hole, see photo. The yellow marbleized catalin trim is original and free of cracks, chips, burns or repairs. Radio cabinet + trim were cut/polished back to the original onyx with alabaster. The beautiful graphic dial is bright and in great condition. Radio retains the original manufacturers stickers affixed to bottom of cabinet. The dial plastic + water-slide decal are correct replacements. 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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Emerson AU-190 Catalin Radio in Marbleized Yellow - Stunning Tombstone
Beautiful Yellow Marbleized Catalin 1937 Emerson AU-190 Radio
Catalin AU-190 Emerson radio from 1937 in a marbleized yellow cabinet or Natural Onyx as referred to by Emerson. The yellow Catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of yellow + clear that add depth to an already beautiful radio. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this Emerson "Tombstone" model. Radio cabinet has been hand polished to an incredible gloss. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Gold fabric grill cloth is original to the radio and in great condition only small sign of age + use. The 3 Catalin knobs are perfect and original to the radio. Gold Gemloid dial is bright and perfect. Water-slide decal, dial plastic + back panel are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a collection. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 10" high by 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Power cord is cut. 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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Motorola Catalin Radio 51x16 'S-Grill' Yellow + Green Art Deco Beauty
Rare Stunning Motorola 'S-Grill' Catalin Radio
Catalin Motorola radio 51X16 Yellow and Green 'S-Grill'. Manufactured starting in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'S-Grill'. This is a beautifully designed and exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. This beautiful radio is in great original condition and is rarely seen with this intense of a green, they are often washed out.This Art Deco Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time. The details are unique with its from very thin and sleek etched front panel with the wonderful S curve speaker cutout to its cylindrical handle + knobs and its very Deco dial face in foil. Unique S-curve speaker cutout. The butterscotch catalin cabinet features streamlined speed-lines that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The golden foil dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it.The yellow cabinet + knobs are in beautiful original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The original green catalin front and handle all in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The cardboard back panel is original to the radio. The gold grill cloth is a period correct replacement. Dial plastic cover is a replacement. This radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide by 6" 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.
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FADA 115 'Bullet' Catalin Radio in Blue + Yellow - Rare Pre-War
Striking Marbleizing on this Blue Fada 115 Bullet
Beautiful Blue with Butterscotch FADA 115 Series 'Bullet' Catalin radio with incredible marbling and patina. This beautiful Pre-War model has a wonderful bluish-green patina - radio has only been lightly polished. The green(blue) colored cabinet has veins of yellow with tones of blue running through it that makes this an incredible example. 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. FADA produced many radios and televisions over the years, but its Catalin radios, particularly the 'Bullet' are the best-known models. The original marbleized yellow trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a seldom found Pre-War FADA 115 Bullet model. The model 115 differs from its postwar counterpart, in that it has the smooth 'gumdrop' knobs, a split dial face with what looks like a large Roman numeral through the center of it and a copper foil grill cloth that is installed with the patter running vertically. This rare Catalin radio has no cracks, chips, nicks, repairs, or tube burns. The original + perfect yellow catalin dial ring, gumdrop knobs and handle are original and correct to the radio and in great condition with no cracks, chips, breaks, burns 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 small signs of age as seen in photos. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel and bottom manufacturers sticker. The dial plastic cover is a replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. This highly marbleized 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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FADA 5F60 Catalin Radio Yellow with Red Insert Grill
Beautiful Early Art Deco FADA 5F60 or 'Baby Fada' Catalin Radio
Fada 5F60 Catalin radio in marbleized yellow with a bright red marbleized 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 + red example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. This is a striking radio color combination. 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 red 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 or repairs. Cabinet has a mild tube burn as seen in photo. Clear dial plastic cover is a replacement. 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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Catalin Motorola 52 'Vertical Grill' Radio - Marbleized Sand + Tortoise
Stunning Art Deco Motorola "Vertical Grill" Catalin Radio
Striking Motorola 52 catalin radio in highly marbleized sand with tortoise trim. This model is part of a series of three different Catalin cabinet radios produced by Motorola. Manufactured in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'Vertical Grill'. This Motorola design highlights the Art Deco elements of the era. The sand colored catalin is highlighted by swirls of orange, yellow, brown and clear to add depth to the color. The translucent tortoise trim makes for a harmonious color combination.The details in the design are unique with its vertically louvered grill which feathers out from the center to the left + right and hexagonal knobs make for an unusual design and highly sought after radio. The cabinet features streamlined hand incised ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together while adding to the geometric aspect of the radio. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and the Motorola logo written in script. This is an exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio.The catalin cabinet has a gloss that makes it's beautiful sand, orange, butterscotch, yellow, clear and brown colors glow. This stunning radio is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, repairs or tube burns to the cabinet. Tortoise knobs and grill are original to radio and in perfect condition. Radio retains the original "Aero-Vane" back panel antennae. Dial plastic is original to the radio. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some scratches consistent with age + careful use. Measures approximately: 9.4" wide x 5.75" high x 4.4" 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 Catalin Radio in Yellow with Blue Grill
Superb Example of this Early FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio
Fada model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized light yellow with highly marbleized blue insert grill. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This light yellow and blue example is original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. Blue grill has white marbleizing and a beautiful transparency to it that gives it depth. The glossy light yellow catalin cabinet is highlighted by beautiful clear + lighter yellow marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. This is a striking radio color combination Catalin cabinet, insert grill and fluted knobs are original to the radio and have no cracks, chips or repairs. Blue grill has been cut/polished back to the original bright lapiz-lazuli blue. Cabinet has a slight tube burn. 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 early FADA. 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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Catalin Addison 2 'Waterfall' Art Deco Radio in Yellow + Red
Great Color 1940's Addison Waterfall Design
Beautiful Light Yellow with Red Catalin Addison 2 tube radio made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique styling and bold use of color would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous "waterfall" speaker grill trim and surround "bumpers" with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. It is one of the most striking color combinations for a Catalin radio. The cabinet is a beautiful light yellow with faint marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. The yellow color is brought out even more with its contrasting bright red trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this catalin Addison model. The glossy catalin cabinet has a beautiful even patina and is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or repairs. The red catalin trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original matching yellow catalin 'pinwheel' marbleized knobs are perfect. Manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a replacement. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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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Emerson EP-375 "5+1" Catalin Radio in Marbleized Green
Beautiful 1941 marbleized green with yellow trim
Emerson EP-375 '5+1' catalin radio in a beautiful marbleized green cabinet with yellow trim. This art deco radio was manufactured by Emerson Radio & Television in 1941. This model has become known to collectors as the 5+1 due to the unique insert grill bar layout. This original radio has taken on a beautiful rich green patina accentuated by the streaks of brown, yellow + clear that run throughout the cabinet that makes the radio stand out from others. Beautiful marbleized Catalin cabinet is perfect with no cracks, chips or repairs. Radio has original light yellow plastic grille bars and knobs. Water-slide decal and clear dial plastic cover are correct replacements. Radio measures approximately: 9.5" 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 prior to use.