Larry Martine's Attic

Arvin 547A "Lefty" (1948)
This is a seldom seen Deco-style radio that usually comes with brown knobs. But these rare ivory knobs are original to this set according to Sams Photofact set 42 folder 3, published in July 1948 (included with purchase). Its Bakelite cabinet is in perfect mint condition and has a deep chocolate swirl finish that retains its original beautiful shine. Its gold foil dial is in perfect condition and lights up beautifully in the dark. It even comes complete with the original cardboard backing. It was restored by its previous owner and plays great across the dial. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 9"W x 6-1/2"H x 6"D. $427.00. (1750034)

Crosley 11-122U "Dashboard" (1951)
Here is one of the cleanest, all-original examples of this iconic Crosley "Dashboard" marque, the model 11-122U in Chartreuse, that I have come across in almost 40 years of radio collecting. It is indeed all-original, from the painted Bakelite cabinet to the power cord to its back panel, bottom label and feet. The original paint retains its factory floor luster, its escutcheons have very little wear or tarnish, and the case is in mint condition free of any cracks, chips or hairlines, just a couple of teeny tiny flea bites you'd have trouble finding. The clock works, and the chassis has been restored with all caps and weak tubes replaced. Simply an excellent example of a classic radio that picks up my local stations across the entire AM dial loud and clear. Ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 13W" x 7-1/2"H x 7"D. $845.00. (1750118)

Crosley C-648-A "Super Sextette" (1939)
Here is a gorgeous, all-original set you'll rarely find in this mint condition. Its incomparable machine age cabinet with six horizontal fins on each side of its gold-etched vertical dial is simply striking. The chocolate brown Bakelite case with red marbling still retains its showroom shine. The push buttons with original AM station call letters work as designed. Its dial with crystal clear dial cover shines beautifully in the dark. The back panel, label inside the back panel, and power plug are all original to this set. It has been fully restored with all electrolytics and weak tubes replaced so this five-tube Superheterodyne with external antenna now picks up all my local stations across the entire AM dial loud and clear. Ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal smoke-free collection. About 11-1/2"W x 8-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D. $1,240.00. (1750119)

Emerson 108 (1935)
Introduced in 1935 for the 1936 model year, here is one of the most collectible of all Emerson radios. It is completely all-original except for its replacement power cord. Remarkably, its beautifully marbleized brown Bakelite cabinet--including its back Bakelite panel--retains its showroom shine and is in pristine condition with no chips, cracks, hairlines, or repairs. Its original grille cloth is in excellent condition with very little wear. The chassis has just been totally restored and rebuilt, cleaned and lubed. Volume control cleaned. All tubes have been tested and weak tubes replaced. This is a two-band radio with the band switch in the rear. With help from the external antenna provided, this radio is a very strong player and is picking up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. Simply a tremendous example of this seldom seen set. About 9-1/2"H x 7"W x 5"D. $1,025.00. (1750133)

Emerson 511 "Moderne" (1947)
This is a seldom seen Emerson model 511 "Moderne" in brilliant red Beetle Plaskon with heavy bronze (sometimes referred to as gold) marbling. The hand-polished cabinet with integrated handle has no breaks, cracks or hairlines - just a few surface scratches. The set has been completely restored with all electrolytics and weak tubes replaced. Except for its replacement cord, the set is all-original and still retains its original bottom label, knobs, and crystal clear dial cover. Its dial lights up nicely in the dark by a pilot lamp inside its original white Plaskon housing. Attributed to famous industrial designer Raymond Loewy, it was introduced in the fall of 1947 at the original price of $29.95. It not only looks great, but plays loud and clear across the AM dial as well. Truly the best example of this eye-catching set I've ever owned. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 11-1/2"W x 7-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D. $895.00. (1750127)

Emerson 511 "Moderne" (1947)
Here is an all-original Emerson model 511 "Moderne" designed by famous industrial designer Raymond Loewy in the rare Pistachio Green with marbleized Bronze/Gold swirl Plaskon beetle case. The beautiful cabinet is in pristine condition with no chips, cracks, hairlines, burns or repairs. It features a cleverly integrated molded handle, original gold painted metallic grille, ivory Plaskon knobs, and manufacturers stickers on the bottom and inside of case. It lights up beautifully in the dark from the pilot light beneath its original white Plaskon cover positioned over the original plastic dial cover and red pointer. Its chassis has just been totally rebuilt, cleaned and lubed. All weak tubes have been replaced. This five-tube radio is now picking up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. Simply one of the best examples of this rare set you'll likely ever encounter. About 11-1/2"W x 7-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D. $1,360.00. (1750134)

Emerson 540A "Emersonette" (1947)
Here is a highly collectible 1947 "Emersonette" in a walnut Bakelite case. It was offered in a choice of four different colors of plastic: marbleized walnut Bakelite, ivory Plaskon, red Plaskon, and mint green/pistachio Plaskon (as of this writing, I also have both the ivory and pistachio Plaskon models for sale - see separate listings on my Radio Attic page). This set's cabinet is in near mint condition, with just a 1/16-inch chip at the bottom edge beneath the volume knob - not readily seen on display. The grille cloth, black bullet-style knobs, external antenna, dial, dial glass and almost-perfect back panel are original to the set. The dial lights up beautifully in the dark. The power cord is a new replacement. The set has been re-capped, all weak tubes replaced, and the tuner and volume controls cleaned, so it picks up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. Originally coined as "the world's smallest AC/DC Superheterodyne" ever made. Ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 6-1/2"W x 4-3/4"H x 3-1/4"D. $595.00. (1750114)

Emerson 540A "Emersonette" (1947)
Here is a 1947 "Emersonette" in an ivory Plaskon case. These cases are very fragile and as a result relatively few have survived. This set's cabinet is flawless, simply in immaculate condition with no tube burns, hairlines, cracks or chips anywhere, and it still retains its original glossy finish. The grille cloth, black bullet-style knobs, external antenna, electrical cord and plug, dial, dial glass and almost-perfect back panel that bows out to accommodate a loop antenna are original to the set. The dial lights up beautifully in the dark. The chassis has just been restored with all weak tubes replaced, the tuner and volume controls cleaned, so it picks up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. This All-American five-tube set was originally advertised as "the world's smallest AC/DC Superheterodyne" ever made. Today, the 540A is highly collectible with the red and pistachio green models in clean, undamaged condition commanding a 4-figure price tag. Ready to display and play! About 6-1/2"W x 4-3/4"H x 3-1/4"D. $695.00. (1750111)

Emerson 707B "Sunburst" (1952)
These four Art Deco Emerson Model 707B radios in Maroon, Chartreuse, Pink and Ivory are being sold as a set and will serve as an incredible addition to your radio collection. You'll just need to collect the one remaining color to complete the set: Gunmetal Gray (almost Brown). The Chartreuse model is the most scarce of all five colors. Each of the four "Sunbursts" has just been completely serviced with new electrolytics and tubulars. They've also been re-aligned so that each now picks up local stations loud and clear across the AM band. The Ivory set also comes with a Bluetooth module so you can play tunes directly from your phone or other device on this one. Their all-original plastic cabinets are in excellent condition too. No cracks, hairlines or major scratches anywhere to distract from their glossy factory finish or "sunburst" dial face (the pink set just has two very small, hardly noticeable chips on its top front edge). More great radios from my personal, smoke-free collection. Each radio is about 6-1/4"H x 5"W x 5"D. $1,890.00. (1750083)

Emerson 744B "Bandstand" (1954)
This seldom seen Emerson 744B radio in marbled chocolate with marbled beige is one of the most unusual and sought after radios of the 1950s, and definitely one of my favorite designs of all time. The cabinet is made of Plaskon with contrasting Styrene plastic grille and knobs. The set has been completely restored with all electrolytics and weak tubes replaced and is picking up all of my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. The feet at the bottom of the radio's front panel are very fragile and are often found cracked but the feet on this example are in perfect condition. The radio retains the manufacturer's sticker affixed to the bottom, the original dial pointer and knobs. The cabinet is retains its showroom luster but does have a hairline crack on the back panel that cannot be seen when displayed on your shelf. Otherwise it is free of any cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This great radio would make a wonderful addition to any radio or Mid-Century collection. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 11"W x 9-1/4"H x 6-3/4"D. $780.00. (1750128)

Emerson 744B "Bandstand" (1954)
The "Bandstand" radio, as we collectors call it, is definitely one of the most sought-after models of the 1950s and one of my favorite designs ever made. It came in many color combinations, this one being in beige with mahogany accents. The Plaskon cabinet with styrene dial face/grille, knobs and feet are all factory original and free of any cracks, chips, hairlines, or repairs. Having been hand polished, the cabinet is extremely clean with hardly any light surface scratches, just a few tiny spots that have been nicely touched up. Worth noting, the front styrene feet on this example are intact and in perfect shape, a rarity for this model. The original manufacturer's label is still attached to the bottom panel. The chassis has been cleaned and totally restored with all capacitors, electrolytics, weak tubes, front pilot light, and power cord replaced. It's now picking up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. You'll be hard pressed to find another example in such excellent shape. Ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 11"W x 9-1/4"H x 6-3/4"D. $985.00. (1750125)

General Television/Climax "Emerald 1st Version" (1937)
This is truly a highly desirable Art Deco radio in extremely rare pristine condition. Manufactured in 1937 by General Television who merged with the Climax Radio Corporation three years earlier, this radio's cabinet made of butt cut walnut veneers is clearly one of the edgiest ever made. Needless to say, this radio would make a great addition to any serious collection. Climax/General Television went all out in 1937 with this extreme Art Deco "Emerald," along with the teardrop "Diamond" and "Opal." This "Emerald" 1st version was the only one to have an oval dial with gold escutcheon. Except for the set's additional phono connector, this radio is all original. The cabinet has been refinished, the chassis has been restored, all caps and weak tubes have been replaced, even the dial marker has been hand polished and detailed. Having been completely restored inside and out, it is an excellent example of a rare radio classic that now picks up my local stations across the entire AM dial loud and clear. Ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal smoke-free collection. About 18"W x 8-1/2"H x 9"D. $4,200.00. (1750113)

Majestic 5A410 "Black Zephyr" (1946)
Here is another gorgeous, all-original set you'll rarely find in this black (not painted) cabinet, let alone one in this mint condition. This radio is nick-named the "Zephyr" because of its streamlined, machine age styling--styling that exists all the way down to its bullet-shaped aerodynamic knobs. The speaker is not in the front but on the side of this set. This radio has been electronically restored and plays well across the AM band. The dial lights up beautifully in the dark. It retains its original back panel. Its black Bakelite cabinet is in immaculate condition with no cracks, hairlines or chips and has been hand-polished to a brilliant shine. Ready to display and play! Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 11"W x 8"H x 7"D. $500.00. (1750120)

Motorola 5C27V-1 (1958)
This all-original atomic age clock radio in highly desirable lavender Plaskon case is extremely rare, especially one in a pristine cabinet with no hairlines, chips, tube burns or repairs--just a few light surface scratches you'd hardly notice from extremely light use. This five-tube clock radio is in fully working order with its clock keeping great time and the radio picking up local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. Its clock, dial, clock and dial covers, "Motorola" name across the waffle grille face, "M" embossed logo, off-white knobs, back panel, bottom label, and power cord are all original. This ultra-rare example has a low serial number and would make a great addition to any atomic or mid-century radio collection. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. Ready to play and display! About 15"W x 5-1/2"H x 5"D. $1,200.00. (1750116)

Philco 49-900 "Black Hippo" (1949)
The "Black Hippo" was produced only in 1949, the last year that the "Hippo" in any color appeared among Philco's line-up. Make note that, according to Philco Radio Gallery, this ebony black Bakelite model replaced the walnut Bakelite version originally introduced in January 1946 but no longer available after 1948. Seldom seen, this stunning black Bakelite example has been totally restored inside and out. It is completely original except for its correct replacement back panel. Its painted dial is free of any crackling, and its hand-polished cabinet is free of any cracks, chips or hairlines. All electrolytics and weak tubes have been replaced, tuning aligned and adjusted to factory specs. It uses six tubes and is one of my best players ever, picking up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 12"W x 7"D x 7"H. $425.00. (1750122)

Philco PT-33 "Transitone" (1940)
Introduced in August 1939 for Philco's 1940 lineup, the PT-33 replaced the TH-16 (also posted for sale here) which was introduced just two months earlier, the biggest difference between the two models being their dial faces. Since Philco manufactured just 3,000 examples of this set, this 83-year old all-original radio is now considered obscure, especially one in such excellent condition. Its cabinet is free of any cracks, chips or hairlines. Its handle, Bakelite back cover, knobs, grille cloth, dial, dial cover, dial pointer and power cord are all original. It even retains its original labels on the Bakelite back and bottom case. This five-tube superheterodyne set has been fully restored and is now a real player that picks up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 8-1/4"W x 6"H x 6-1/2"D. $350.00. (1750123)

Philco TH-16 "Transitone" (1940)
Introduced in June 1939 as part of Philco's 1940 "Transitone" lineup, this model was manufactured for less than one year and is now seldom seen. Its cabinet retains its showroom floor shine and features a handle, loop antenna, and a Bakelite back to conceal the loop. This is a pristine example whose cabinet is free of any cracks, chips or hairlines. Its handle, back cover, knobs, grille cloth, dial and dial pointer are all original. It even retains its original labels on the Bakelite back and bottom case. Only its dial cover and power cord are correct replacements. Having been fully restored by its previous owner, this five-tube superheterodyne set is a real player that picks up all my local stations loud and clear across the AM dial. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 8-1/4"W x 6-1/2"H x 6"D. $375.00. (1750124)

Philco TH-17 "Transitone" (1940)
Introduced in June 1939 to replace the TH-4, this model, the TH-17, offered an additional handle and Bakelite back to conceal the newly introduced big loop antenna. The Bakelite cabinet including grille cloth is all-original and in perfect condition with no breaks, chips or hairlines. The chassis was serviced by the previous owner and picks up all my local stations. The pre-sets don't work except for the one labeled "DIAL." The grille cloth, dial and front louvered add the finishing touches to this beautiful Art Deco design. In all, 17,030 of these sets were made and originally sold for $11.95. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 8-1/2"W x 6-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D. $360.00. (1750026)

Silvertone 6405 (1940)
This is a rather scarce midget tube radio with an Art Deco design. It is a fully restored little beauty with two thumb knobs, one for on-off volume and one for tuning. Back panel is missing. This radio comes standard with no dial glass and is another radio with an upside-down chassis. Since dust couldn't settle on it over the years and foster corrosion, the chassis is especially clean after this restoration. The cabinet has no cracks, breaks, or hairlines. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. About 7-3/4"W x 5"H x 5-1/2"D. $535.00. (1750002)

Stewart-Warner B61T2 "Ferrodyne" (1949)
Produced only in 1949, this set is all-original and in excellent working condition. This is a six-tube radio, AM band only model. It even comes complete with its extremely rare original instructions to explain the three control knobs! Tuning is easy, and the sound is strong and clear. The case with wrap-around louvered grille is not Bakelite but an early Polystyrene "mahogany" cabinet with lots of brown swirls. The asymmetrical streamlined Art Deco styling and illuminated dial makes this set a real show-stopper. Another great radio from my personal, smoke-free collection. In fact, this was just the 3rd radio I ever bought back in 1982. About 14-1/2"W x 8"H c 7"D. $395.00. (1750015)