FADA 1000 Catalin Radio 'Bullet' in Butterscotch + Onyx Green

Great Two-Tone Art Deco FADA 1000 Catalin Radio

Ref: RA702

Beautiful FADA 1000 'Bullet' Catalin Streamliner in butterscotch with onyx green marbleized catalin trim. 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 Catalin cabinet has taken on a beautiful yellow/butterscotch patina. The onyx trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a Machine Age FADA Bullet model.

The glossy cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, burns or repairs The marbleized onyx/pea-green catalin dial ring, fluted knobs and handle are original FADA and are in perfect 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. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful 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", Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.