Robert Levin's Radio Attic

Crosley 818A "Super 8" (1938)
1938 Crosley model 818A Super 8. Eight tubes, AM/SW/Pol reception. Has that fantastic gold mirror dial that lights brightly. All capacitors were replaced and other components such as resistors and tubes have been checked and replaced where necessary. A new power cord has been installed. The dial works as designed and the dial glass is excellent! The radio is a very good performer but of course reception depends on your location. The cabinet retains its original finish and decals and looks great! The original knobs are with the set. A new, period-correct reproduction grille cloth was installed. 16-1/2"W x 10-1/2"H x 7-1/2"D. Will be expertly packed and promptly shipped. From a smoke free home. Shipping via FedEx Ground/Home fully insured is $25 anywhere in the continental USA. I accept Venmo, Zelle or emailed checks (front and back). I no longer accept PayPal or mailed checks. A fantastic radio at a great price! $395.00. (1650661)

Detrola 146E (1937)
Restored 1937 Detrola radio model 146E. New, bright green tuning eye tube. Detrola was based in Detroit and made many radios for Truetone (Western Auto) and other retailers including Walgreens. This model is a seven-tube super-het chassis which plays on both AM and two Shortwave Bands. The radio has a large and impressive multi-colored dial with the major clear channel stations detailed for easy selection. The radio has a tone control. The cabinet has been refinished and looks beautiful. The speaker cloth is period correct. The knobs are factory originals. All capacitors have been replaced and all other components such as tubes and resistors have been checked and replaced where bad or weak. New safe power cord. New crystal clear dial cover. 19"W x 12"H x 8-1/2"D. I accept mailed checks or Zelle for payment. Please email me your address for an accurate shipping quote. $379.00. (1650672)

Detrola 149 (1936)
Rare 1936 Detrola radio model 149. Detrola was based in Detroit and made many radios for Truetone (Western Auto) and other retailers including Walgreens. This model is a five-tube super-het chassis which plays on both AM and Shortwave. The radio has a large and impressive 6-inch wide multi-colored dial with the major clear channel stations detailed for easy selection. The radio has a tone control. The waterfall cabinet has been refinished by a prior collector with a nice finish. The condition and quality of his work is excellent. The speaker cloth looks to be a period and looks great. The knobs are factory originals. All capacitors have been replaced and all other components such as tubes and resistors have been checked and replaced where bad or weak. The radio is a early "All American Five" circuit offering the terrific reception qualities they were known for. I am including an AM transmitter and Bluetooth module at no cost. There is no installation or modification needed and you'll be able to use your device to play any music through the radio you wish. 17-3/4"W x 11"H x 8"D. I accept mailed checks for payment. Please email me your address for an accurate shipping quote. $379.00. (1650616)

Emerson AR-176 (1938)
The AR-176 is a six-tube, two-band (AM,SW) set. The radio has had all of the capacitors replaced, resistors and tubes checked and replaced where needed. New speaker cloth, new correct crystal clear dial cover, new power cord, original correct knobs. The Ingraham designed cabinet has been professionally refinished and looks fantastic. It has its original Ingraham cabinet badge. This radio is one gorgeous, excellent example of an AR-176. 17"H x 12-1/2"W x 10-1/2"D. Radio will be professionally packed and promptly shipped. I accept checks for payment. I ship only to addresses in the continental United States. $349.00. (1650545)

Emerson DA-287 (1940)
Beautiful Emerson DA-287 in an Ingraham cabinet. Case has been professionally refinished and looks great. Three bands: Short Wave, Police and Broadcast. The band switch original knob is on the back of the chassis. As you switch from one band to another, the small colored jewels in the top of the case light up for each band. Tunes stations on both broadcast and short wave although better reception with an extended antenna wire (included). The Police band was discontinued many years ago. The dial lamp works fine. New crystal clear dial cover. New safe power cord. Foreign station locations shown on the dial. Three original Emerson knobs for on/off/volume, tone and tuning. Original Ingram tag on the bottom. It's a beautiful imposing radio, sized at about 16"W x 10"H x 7-1/2"D. Will be expertly packed and promptly shipped. From a smoke free home. Shipping via FedEx Ground/Home. Shipping is a flat $25 no matter where you live in the Continental United States. I accept Venmo, Zelle or emailed checks (front and back). I no longer accept PayPal or mailed checks. A fantastic and beautiful radio at a great price! $325.00. (1650664)

Emerson DR-352 (1941)
Rare 1941 pre-war Emerson model DR-352 radio in a beautiful Ingraham cabinet. The immaculate cabinet retains its incredible original finish and decal-- just gorgeous! All caps and weak components such as tubes have been replaced. New power cord. The radio was aligned and tuned for optimal reception using the internal loop antenna and now picks up my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. Ready to display and play! About 14-1/2"W x 9-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D. Will be expertly packed and promptly shipped. Please contact me with your address for shipping cost. I accept payment via check. $625.00. (1650543)

Garod 5A1 "Ensign" (1947)
Only the second such model offered on the Radio Attic, the first one 11 years ago. 1947 Garod "Ensign" model 5A1. The Bakelite cabinet is without any cracks, chips, scratches or repairs. Five tubes, AM reception. All components such as capacitors, tubes and resistors have been tested and replaced where bad or weak. Plays well along the dial. Original knobs and back. New power cord. Dial is without any cracks or decal loss. 11"W x 6"H x 5"D. A wonderful addition to any collection or a fantastic gift. Shipping depends on your location. I use UPS ground due to their safe delivery record with me and lowest shipping costs. Your radio will be expertly packed and promptly shipped. I accept mailed payments. $189.00. (1650565)

General Electric H-610UX (1939)
1939 General Electric model H-610UX Beetle case radio. This radio is untested but does appear someone has done some work on it. Radio is complete and includes the original Beetle back and original knobs. Case does have the typical stress lines that Beetle cases often developed over the decades (note last photo). A rare one that would be either a great gift or addition to any collection. Shipping is $25 anywhere in the continental USA. About 10-1/2"W x 7-1/2"H x 7"D. $199.00. (1650578)

RCA 1-T-1LE Deluxe (1960)
Classic collectable 1960 RCA transistor AM radio in most Arctic white. Model 1-T-1LE. Untested but clean throughout (I do not repair radios!). No cracks, chips or repairs. 66 years old and looks super nice. Free shipping in continental USA. I accept mailed checks or Zelle. $99.00. (1650669)

Rogers Majestic 12-60 (1937)
1937 Rogers Majestic Radio model 12-60. Six tubes, AM and Shortwave reception. The cabinet is fresh from a beautiful restoration. Cabinet is made from exotic woods and walnut--looks great! The chassis has been fully restored by Donald Cochrane. He has replaced the capacitors, 2 filters, 2 bias cells, both dial lamps, any bad resistors and replaced the Canadian 6A7M tubes with a NOS Zenith 6A8G tube. Radios plays great. The multi color glass dial is in perfect condition and lights nicely with the two dial lamps. This is an impressive and rare radio. 17-1/4"W x 12-1/4"H x 10-1/4"D. Shipping anywhere in the continental USA is only $25. $399.00. (1650628)

Stewart-Warner R01362A (1935)
1935 Stewart Warner model R-1362A. Seven tubes, AM and two SW bands reception. Beautiful and somewhat rare Art Deco cabinet made under the "Craft-built" label (the factory tag is still in the back of the radio). I've had this radio in my collection for about 9 years. I did not have it restored but was restored before I obtained it. The cabinet is very nice and displays well. The dial lights brightly. The radio receives stations along the dial with an attached antenna wire (provided with the radio). New cloth power cord, original knobs, dial glass perfect. The "Magic Dial" works as designed. Just a beautiful radio that would be a highlight of any collection. 19"W x 13"H x 10-1/2"D. I accept Venmo, Zelle or mailed/scanned checks. Radio will be expertly packed and promptly shipped fully insured. I ship only to addresses in the continental USA. Shipping cost depends on your location. I am in Northern VA if you'd prefer to pick it up. $379.00. (1650645)

Stromberg-Carlson 228-H (1937)
Six tubes, AM/Shortwave/Pol reception. Cabinet is solid and complete. It appears to have the original finish that looks very good. Chassis was restored about 6-7 years ago. Radio dial lights up, moves as designed. I picked up five local stations which in my rural area is impressive. All knobs function as designed. Green tuning eye is very good+. 19-1/2"W x 11-1/4"H x 8-3/4"D. I accept mailed checks, Venmo or Zelle. No more PayPal for me. Shipping depends on your location but I can deliver at no charge to the CC-AWA Charlotte show later this month or Kutztown in May. Great Price! $329.00. (1650638)

Truetone D-727 (1937)
1937 Truetone (made by Detrola) model D-727. Eight tubes, Am/SW/POL reception. 21"W x 12"H x 9"D. Cabinet and chassis have been fully restored by the great Bob Sachs. Receives stations along the dial. Bright green tuning eye, new crystal clear dial cover. Cabinet looks great. Priced to steal (I mean sell) as I am thinning the herd. Will be expertly packed in an oversized box or I can deliver to Kutztown at no charge. Shipping is a flat $40 anywhere in the CUSA (I will pay any amount over the $40). I accept checks or Zelle. Questions? Let me know and I'll answer as best I can. $329.00. (1650671)

Western Air Patrol WA6237 (1935)
1935 Western Air Patrol Radio model WA6237. Five tubes, AM and Shortwave reception. First time on the Attic! This is a rather rare radio. The case has been professionally restored and looks great. The chassis has also been professionally restored. All capacitors have been replaced, new filter caps, new polarized power cord, new dial lamps. All tubes have been checked and all tested good except the 80 rectifier and 58 tube that were both replaced. 16"W x 10"H x 8"D. Just a wonderful radio with good reception (long antenna wire included). Shipping is $25 anywhere in the continental USA. I accept checks, Venmo or PayPal Friends and Family. Please review all photos as they are part of the description. $479.00. (1650597)

Zenith 6-S-229 (1938)
1938 Zenith model 6S229. Beautiful tri-color black 6-inch lighted dial which Zenith made famous and still a favorite of most collectors. This six-tuber was just restored electronically with all capacitors replaced and any other components such as tubes and resistors replaced if tested bad or weak. Plays loud and clear as it should. The original factory faux finish which was often destroyed is still there and looks great. The wooden "Z" knobs dial, etc. are all original. New polarized power cord installed. Chassis is very clean. The radio is a strong player with great selectivity and sound quality. A long antenna wire will be included to improve reception. I will need your complete mailing address to provide a shipping quote. I use UPS Ground for these larger radios as I find they do the best job and offer the cheapest rates. Radio will be expertly packed and promptly shipped. Please contact me with any questions. I prefer payment via mailed check. 17-1/2"H x 13"W x 9-1/2"D. $429.00. (1650541)