All wiring has been thoroughly checked for possible bridging and weak solder connection. The radio has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected. The set has been aligned according to factory specifications. There is no loud or pervasive static between stations. All out-of-spec resistors have been replaced with modern correct value and voltage equivalents. INTERNAL ELECTRONICS: All paper and wax capacitors have been replaced with modern equivalents so this radio has another 50+ years or more of playing time! The tubes are working fine. LOGO: No missing logos or rubbed off decals.ĭIAL LIGHT: Dial light works and lights brightly. KNOBS: Original matching brown knobs securely attached. Gold metal tuning cone is shiny and securely attached. Numbers are all clearly etched and back illuminated when turned on.
Tuning clear cover is in excellent condition with no cracks, no chips. No painting touch ups, repairs or repaints performed or needed. Couple paint dings throughout but no major scratches.
Back grill fabric is original, securely attached, no separated seams or edges, no rips, no stains, no discoloration. Factory gold painted grill slats are in excellent condition. Beautifully high quality highly figured maple appearance. Gold metal tuning window surround is shiny, no rust, securely attached.
No cracks, chips or major scratches or missing pieces. SOUND QUALITY: Picks up AM stations clearly and loudly around the dial without need of external antenna attachment.ĬABINET CONDITION: Cabinet is original Bakelite with factory painted tiger stripe maple. The other painted wood color red oak is more common than this blonde maple color.
Usually found in standard brown or black Bakelite. Tiger Stripe Maple Bakelite 1947 RCA Victor Model 75X16 Vacuum Tube AM Radio Sounds Great! Looks Spectacular!ĭESCRIPTION: Rare RCA 1946 table top Bakelite AM vacuum tube radio in factory finish tiger stripe maple.
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