Radios

Detrola 274 'Split-Grille' Radio in Black Bakelite w/ Swirled Trim

Uncommon Early Plaskon Detrola Radio

Seldom seen Jet Black Bakelite Detrola 'Split-Grille' 274 Tube Radio; one of the most elusive designs that Detrola ever produced. This example is made of solid jet black bakelite with swirled grayish-beige and black 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. This example is as close to perfect as can be found. The beautiful black cabinet is in great original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The original grilles only show a mild amount of the common warp they get and a small chip on one of the thin edges also common to this model.  Radio retains the original trim, cardboard back with manufacturers label still affixed and 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.

Addison 2 Waterfall Bakelite Radio - Peanut Butter + Maroon

Uncommon Addison Radio Color Combo

Awesome bakelite Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' tube radio in Marbled Peanut Butter with Bright Maroon trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider the peanut butter color combinations to be a rare find. 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. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. The maroon trim is also free of cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original maroon bakelite knobs are also perfect. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio retains its original back panel. 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.

Addison 2 Waterfall Bakelite Radio - Ivory + Peanut Butter

Nice bakelite Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' tube radio in Ivory Plaskon with marbled Bakelite Peanut Butter trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider the peanut butter color combinations to be a rare find. 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. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet; has on tiny stressline on top that can barely be noticed. The peanut butter trim also has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original ivory bakelite knobs are also perfect. The dial plastic is original and in great condition, clear with very little yellowing.  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.

Addison 2 Waterfall Bakelite Radio - Peanut Butter + Brown

Uncommon Addison Radio Color Combo

Stricking bakelite Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' tube radio in marbled peanut butter with marbled chocolate brown trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider the peanut butter color combinations to be a rare find. 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. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. The faintly marbleized trim is also free of cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original brown bakelite knobs are also perfect. The dial plastic is original and in great condition, clear with very little yellowing.  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.

Addison 2 Waterfall Bakelite Radio - Peanut Butter

Uncommon Addison Radio Color Combo

Beautiful bakelite Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' tube radio in Marbled Peanut Butter made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider the peanut butter color combinations to be a rare find. 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. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. The peanut butter trim also has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original bright maroon bakelite knobs are also perfect and match dial pointer. Radio retains the original back panel. The dial plastic is a correct 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.

Addison 2 Waterfall Bakelite Radio - Brown + Peanut Butter

Uncommon Color Combo 2-Tone Addison Radio

Nice bakelite Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' tube radio in Marbled Chocolate Brown with Marbled Peanut Butter trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider the peanut butter color combinations to be a rare find. 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. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. The peanut butter trim also has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original brown bakelite knobs are also perfect. The dial plastic is original and in great condition, clear with very little yellowing.  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.

Addison 2 Radio in Swirled Navy Blue + White

Intensely Marbleized 1940's Art Deco Addison

Intensely marbleized Addison A2 Waterfall Radio in swirled Navy Blue with Ivory Bakelite / Plaskon trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique styling, bold use of color, and intense marbleizing 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. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this striking radio. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. The creamy white Plaskon trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original matching marbleized knobs are also perfect. Retains manufactures' label affixed to bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement.  This model was never meant to have a back panel, as the screw holes were never drilled at the factory. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. 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.

Catalin Fada 711 Radio 'Dip Top' in Burgundy + Ivory

Perfect Burgundy Catalin FADA 711 'Dip-Top'

Great Fada 711 "Dip-Top" Catalin radio in a rich Burgundy Catalin cabinet with Ivory trim. The 711 is the last of the Catalin models made by Fada Radio in 1946. The Catalin has a deep shine that makes its rich Burgundy color glow.This Fada radio has no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The ivory swirled plastic handle + knobs are original and in excellent condition. The bright and colorful Fada sunburst dial face is also in great original condition. Radio retains the original back panel + manufacturers sticker affixed to the bottom. 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.

RCA RC350 Yellow W-Grill Catalin Radio

Beautiful RCA W-Grille Catalin Radio

Beautiful little marbled yellow RCA Catalin RC-350 Yellow W-Grille Radio. This Art Deco model is unusual with its small vertical dial trimmed in brass, side-mounted knobs and elaborate grill cutout. This model has become known to collectors as the "W-Grille or Tulip-Grille" RCA model.  Radio has a beautiful gloss and is all original and in fantastic condition with no cracks, chips, or repairs. Ivory plaskon knobs are original to the radio and also in free of defects. Radio retains the original gold textured fabric grill cloth and water-slide decal. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. Small radio measure approximately: 7" wide by 4.75" high by 4.25" 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.

Marbleized Circassian Onyx Emerson 'Aristocrat' Catalin Radio

Marbleized Brown Geddes Designed Aristocrat Radio

Catalin Emerson 'Aristocrat' Radio model 400 in a marbleized brown cabinet or Circassian Onyx as referred to by Emerson. This radio was designed in 1940 by industrial designer Norman Bel Geddes. The highly marbleized brown catalin cabinet has beautiful brown, yellow and clear marbleizing that makes this radio stand out. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a collection. The brown catalin cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This model's fragile ivory and brown tenite/plastic grill is original and in good condition with some signs of age. The brown bakelite knobs and handle are original to the radio and also free of damage. The Emerson decal and dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. Radio measures approximately: 10.75" wide by 7.25" high by 5.50" 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 Model 1000 'Bullet' Catalin Radio in Warm Yellow + Onyx Green

Great Two-Tone Art Deco FADA 1000 Catalin Radio

Excellent 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 scratches/scuffs consistent with age + 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.

Highly Marbleized Green Emerson BT-245 'Tombstone' Catalin Radio

Green Green Marbleized Catalin Emerson BT-245 Radio

Beautiful Emerson BT-245 'Tombstone' Catalin Radio in Highly Marbleized Green with white trim. The translucent green catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of green, yellow, clear, and brown that add depth to the catalin cabinet. The rich deep color is brought out even more with its contrasting ivory louvered grill + knobs. The tombstone design of this radio combined with the great color really makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. Radio cabinet has been polished to an incredible gloss. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, tube burns or repairs; however it does have one tiny chip on the rear back panel retaining holes....not visible from the outside. This models fragile plastic grill is original and in great condition with only small signs of age. Knobs which are prone to deterioration, have been replaced with correct replacements. Water-slide decal, dial plastic and back panel are also 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.

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.

Air King 'Skyscraper' Radio Model 66 in Marbleized Brown - Harold Van Doren

Striking American Art Deco Air King Radio Design

Stunning Chocolate Brown Marbleized 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 marbleized chocolate brown Bakelite Air King Model 52 was designed by Harold Van Doren + John Gordon Rideout for the Air King Products Company of New York in 1933.  This model constructed of Brown 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 great condition with no cracks, chips, or repairs to cabinet or trim. Copper-toned Globe(world) insert, copper surround and convex glass covering them are original + perfect. White dial face with Atlas holding the world on his shoulders is is bright and perfect. The three matching bakelite knobs + the two matching top bars are original to the radio and also perfect. Radio retains the original patterned copper-toned grille cloth. 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. **

Air King 'Duchess' A-600 Catalin Radio in Green and Yellow

Rare Air King Beautifully Marbleized Green Catalin

Commanding Air King 'Duchess' A-600 catalin radio in marbleized jade green with yellow trim, is a substantial radio with a unique design + construction. Designed in 1946, this radio is comprised of 3 separate catalin pieces setting it apart from other radios of the time. The green cabinet and the front of the cabinet consists of two colors, the green insert grille and the yellow surround, both cast separately which are fastened to the yellow cabinet. It is believed that the front surround + the large attached grill are among the largest cast catalin parts ever made. The beautifully marbleized jade green catalin cabinet is contrasted with the yellow trim. The green Catalin cabinet is beautifully marbleized with tones of green, brown, yellow + clear that add depth to an already beautiful radio.  The stately size of this radio, the color, and contrasting trim make for a stunning Art Deco radio. Radio cabinet has been hand polished to an a beautiful gloss. This radio's beautiful catalin cabinet is in great original condition with no chips, tube burns, or repairs; however it does have a tight hairline by the bottom front screw hole as seen in photo.  The yellow catalin grill surround and green catalin knobs are free of cracks, chips, or repairs. The plastic dial face is in great original condition with only minimal signs of use + age. The masonite back is original to the radio and still retains the original manufacturers sticker. Radio measures approximately: 13" wide by 8" high by 7" 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 711 'Dip-Top' in Yellow with Ivory Catalin Radio

Perfect Catalin FADA 711 'Dip-Top' Radio

Beautiful Fada 711 ‘Dip-Top' Catalin radio in a vibrant yellow catalin cabinet with marbleized ivory trim. The 711 model is the last of the Catalin models made by Fada Radio in 1946. The catalin case has a deep shine that makes its rich yellow color glow. This Fada radio has no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the beautiful catalin cabinet. The ivory swirled plastic handle + knobs are original and are in excellent condition. The bright and colorful FADA "Gemloid" sunburst dial face is also in great original condition with only slight wear. Radio retains the original masonite back panel + manufacturers sticker affixed to the bottom. Dial plastic is original and 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.

Emerson 400 'Aristocrat' Catalin Radio in Pistachio Green Swirl

Highly Marbleized Green Geddes Designed Aristocrat

Spectacular highly marbleized Pistachio Green Catalin Emerson 'Aristocrat' Radio model 400 designed in 1940 by industrial designer Norman Bel Geddes. The pistachio green catalin cabinet has beautiful brown, orange, clear, yellow and green swirls that really makes this radio stand out. This is a seldom seen color combination for this model. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a collection. The catalin cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This model's fragile ivory and brown tenite/plastic grill is original and in good condition with only some minor signs of age/use. The brown bakelite knobs and handle are original to the radio and also free of damage. The Emerson decal and dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a radio collection. Radio measures approximately: 10.75" wide by 7.25" high by 5.50" 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 prior to use.

Fada 700 'Cloud' Radio in Yellow Catalin with Marbleized Red Trim

Rarely Seen + Beautiful Fada model 700 'Cloud' catalin radio in yellow with red 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 yellow catalin, which has taken on a beautiful patina with age and is highlighted with the bright red trim. The glossy yellow cabinet has no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. It is uncommon to find a Fada model 700 in perfect condition as they are prone to damage. The red swirled plastic handle and knobs are original to the radio and are in perfect condition. This set retains its original reverse painted dial plastic without damage, manufacturers sticker + masonite back. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. 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.

Highly Marbleized Blue Emerson AU-190 Catalin Radio

Incredible Blue Catalin 1937 Emerson Tombstone Radio

Rare Catalin Emerson AU-190 'Tombstone' radio from 1937 in a stunning highly marbleized blue cabinet. This radio is absolutely stunning + seldom found in this color. The beautiful  highly blue swirled Catalin cabinet is marbleized with tones of yellow, clear + blue that add depth to an already beautiful radio. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The three matching blue catalin knobs are original to the radio and have no cracks, chips, or repairs. Gold fabric grill cloth is original + in good condition with no holes and only some signs of age. Water-slide decal + dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set.  This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a radio collection. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 10" high by 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete and is extremely clean. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

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.