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Fada 136 Catalin Radio in Plum and Yellow - Deco Beauty

Great Early Wrap-Around FADA 136 Catalin Radio

FADA model 136 in plum/maroon with a 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 model 136 differs from a model L-56 in a few ways; the knobs are gumdrop shape and the dial is different and marked Fada rather than having a water-slide decal below grille. Model 136 FADAs are not seen as often as the L-56 making this a special radio.  The glossy plum catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The yellow catalin grill, knobs and handle 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.  Dial plastic is a correct replacement.  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, cord is cut. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

Fada 136 Catalin Radio in Yellow with Marbleized Red Grille

Great Early Wrap-Around FADA L-56 Catalin Radio

FADA model 136 catalin radio in marbleized yellow with bright red swirled wrap-around grill. This Art Deco catalin model made in 1939 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. The model 136 differs from a model L-56 in a few ways; the knobs are gumdrop shape and the dial is different and marked Fada rather than having a water-slide decal below grille. Model 136 FADAs are not seen as often as the L-56 making this a special radio. Seldom seen with a red insert grill with a yellow cabinet radio 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, tube burns or repairs. The original bright red marbleized grill has no cracks, chips or repairs. The beautiful graphic model Fada 136 dial is bright and in great condition. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. 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.

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.

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.

FADA 200 Series 'Bullet' Catalin Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue + Yellow

Stunning + Rare Example 200 Series Blue FADA Bullet

Seldom seen FADA 'Bullet' 200 Series in Lapis-Lazuli Blue with Yellow Catalin radio with incredible intense marbling - this is a beautiful + original Art Deco radio. The bright blue cabinet has veins of white with tones of blue and clear 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 radios 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 or repairs and has beautiful intense marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. Radio has been cut/polished back to its factory original blue color. The yellow trim with its 200 Series sharp edged gumdrop knobs, bezel and handle are original to the radio and perfect.  Radio retains the original gold and silver 200 Series grill cloth in great condition.  The 200 Series gold 'gemloid' dial face with different numbering, triangular station markers is different from the standard Model Fada 1000.  Radio retains the original cardboard back panel. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. This highly marbleized rare 200 Series blue and yellow Fada 'Bullet' is as clean as one can be found with only small signs of light use. This radio 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.

FADA 200 Series 'Bullet' Catalin Radio in Marbelized Blue + Yellow

Stunning + Rare Example 200 Series Blue FADA Bullet

Rarely seen FADA 'Bullet' 200 Series in Blue with Butterscotch Catalin radio with incredible intense 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 intense 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 or repairs and has beautiful intense marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. The yellow trim with its 200 Series sharp edged gumdrop knobs, bezel and handle are original to the radio.  Radio retains the original gold and silver 200 Series grill cloth in great condition.  The 200 Series gold 'gemloid' dial face with different numbering + triangular station markers is different from the standard Model 1000. Radio retains the original and correct 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 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.

Fada 362RG 'Coloradio' Radio - Chinese Red Plaskon with Gold Trim

Rarely Seen Art Deco Fada Red Plaskon Radio

Beautiful Chinese red plaskon Fada 362RG 'Coloradio' radio with gold stylized accents from the 1930's. This deco radio is one model in the line of Fada's streamlined 'Coloradios' and was offered in a choice of four color combinations with red being the most sought after. This cabinet's design is a beautiful example of Machine Age styling. The radio's curved and angular front + side details of varying thickness with strong horizontal lines are reminiscent of the Art Deco architecture of the period. This radio is exceedingly hard to find and is highly sought after by both radio and Art Deco collectors. Radio is all-original and in fabulous condition with only a few small tight lines and small scratches common to plaskon radios of the time that can barely be seen in the photos. Radio retains the original gold grill cloth and matching molded red plaskon back panel with FADA embossed. The three matching red plaskon knobs are original to this radio. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. The original Art Deco brass trim has been lightly cleaned and is in great condition with some light scratches, oxidation and small dents. Radio measures approximately: 10.5" wide by 7.25" 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.

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.

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.

Fada 53 / 5F60 / 5F50 Catalin Radio Knobs - Original Yellow Pair

Original Early Fada Catalin Radio Yellow Knobs in perfect condition with no crack or chips.  Set screw are tight. These matched knobs with set screws are the correct knobs for the FADA 53, 5F60 + 5F50. These knobs have not been cleaned or polished. Perfect to complete a radio or replace repro knobs with original ones.

FADA 53 Catalin Radio in Alabaster w/ Lapis-Lazuli Blue Grill

Superb Example of this Early FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio

Prewar Fada model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized alabaster with highly marbleized lapis-lazuli blue insert grill. This is a wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This alabaster and blue example is original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. Blue grill has striking white and blue marbleizing that gives it depth. The glossy alabaster catalin cabinet is highlighted by beautiful clear + lighter white marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. This is a striking radio color combination for this model. Catalin cabinet, insert grill + fluted knobs are original to the radio and are free of cracks, chips and repairs. The beautifully marbleized cabinet has been polished back to the original factory alabaster. The marbleized blue grill has been polished back to the original factory bright lapis-lazuli blue. Cabinet has a slight tube burn common to this model. 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.

Fada 53 Catalin Radio in Butterscotch with Translucent Onyx Grill

Superb Example of an Early FADA 53/5F50 Catalin Radio

Beautiful Fada model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized yellow with an onyx green insert grill. Great small Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This yellow + onyx example is in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. Onyx grill has a beautiful transparency to it. The catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the onyx green trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. Catalin cabinet, insert grill and fluted knobs are original and have no cracks, chips or repairs. Fada decal is original and in great condition. Clear dial plastic cover is correct 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 5.75" 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.

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.

FADA 5F50 / 53 Catalin Radio In Beautiful Yellow and Onyx

Superb Example of this Early FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio

Fada model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized yellow with a translucent onyx grill insert. Radio has just been cleaned and polished to a high gloss finish. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This yellow and onyx example is all original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. Onyx grill has marbleizing and a beautiful transparency to it that gives it depth. The cabinet has lighter yellow and clear swirls that add to the beauty of the radio. Catalin Cabinet and trim have no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. 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.

FADA 5F50 / 53 Catalin Radio in Butterscotch with Red Grill

Superb Example of this Early FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio

Beautiful prewar 1938 Fada model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized yellow with a marbleized red grill insert. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This yellow and red example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. 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. 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 5.75" 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.

Fada 5F50 Catalin Radio in Yellow + Blue - Great

Superb Example of an Early FADA 53/5F50 Catalin Radio

Beautiful Fada model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized yellow with a marbleized blue grill. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This yellow and blue example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish.  Blue grill which has taken on a rich greenish-blue patina has intense yellow marbleizing + a beautiful transparency that gives it depth.The catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the blue trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. The cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The marbleized blue 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; cord is cut. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio in Yellow with Bright Red Grill

Superb Example of this Early FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio

Stunning prewar 1938 Fada model 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized yellow with a highly marbleized bright red grille insert. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This yellow and red example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. The catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the red trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. The faintly marbleized cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks or repairs; it does have chip on the inside of cabinet where the back panel would have attached....this in no way takes away from this great radio as it is not visible when displayed. Very faint tube burn on top. The highly marbleized red grill catalin insert grille is free of cracks, chips or repairs. Radio retains the original yellow fluted knobs and manufacturers sticker on bottom of cabinet. 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.

FADA 5f60 'Baby Fada' Catalin Radio in All Onyx Green

Beautiful Early FADA 5F60 Catalin Radio

Beautiful translucent + marbleized Onyx Green Fada 5F60 Catalin radio. This rare prewar 1936/37 is one of the earliest catalin radio models made and has a simple and distinct cabinet design. This beautifully swirled example is all-original with a beautiful glossy finish. This model has come to be known to collectors as the 'Baby Fada' because of its small size.  Catalin cabinet has no cracks or chips; however it has the common small hairline off the back screw hole and a mild tube burn that blends nicely with the color. matching onyx green insert grille and fluted knobs are original and have no cracks, chips or repairs. Clear dial plastic cover + Fada decal are correct replacements. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use and age. This is truly a great example of an all-original early FADA model. 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.

Fada 5F60 Catalin Radio Grill in Butterscotch - Original + Perfect Part

Original FADA 5F60 "Baby Fada" Catalin radio insert grill in butterscotch. Grill is in perfect condition with no cracks or chips and has taken on a beautiful butterscotch patina. This insert grill has the original glossy factory finish. Perfect to complete a catalin radio.

FADA 5F60 Catalin Radio Yellow w/ Bright Green Insert Grille

Beautiful Early FADA 5F60 or 'Baby Fada' Catalin Radio

Beautiful + Rare Fada 5F60 Catalin radio in 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 and grille retain the factory gloss, the green trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. Catalin cabinet, insert grille and fluted knobs are original and have no cracks, chips or repairs. Cabinet has a mild tube burn as seen in the photos; common for this small model radio. Clear dial plastic cover + Fada decal are correct replacements. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use and age. This is truly a great example of an all-original early FADA model. 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.