VINTAGE STROMBERG CARLSON S-C500DM Brown Rotary Dial Telephone 1970s Retro For Sale

For Parts or Not Working — UntestedVintage Stromberg-Carlson rotary dial telephone showing age-appropriate wear, including minor scuffs and surface marks documented in the photographs.Seller has inspected the telephone and observed no visible cracks. The rotary dial operates mechanically and returns as intended.The telephone has not been connected to a working telephone line or electrically tested. Calling, receiving calls, ringing, and audio functionality have not been verified.Seller has lightly cleaned the exterior. Buyer may clean further to their liking.Please review all photographs for condition.Product DescriptionVINTAGE STROMBERG-CARLSON BROWN ROTARY DIAL TELEPHONEMODEL S-C500DM — 1970s RETRO DESK PHONEOffered for sale is a vintage Stromberg-Carlson brown rotary dial desk telephone featuring classic old-school styling, an original rotary dialing mechanism, and a traditional coiled handset cord.The handset is embossed with the Stromberg-Carlson manufacturer name, confirming the brand.The underside is marked S-C500DM and retains its original regulatory identification label dated 1978.This telephone is an attractive example of vintage American telecommunications design and would make a wonderful addition to a retro office, nostalgic home display, vintage telephone collection, or restoration project.Identification and Features• Manufacturer: Stromberg-Carlson
• Model: S-C500DM
• Style: Traditional Rotary Dial Desk Telephone
• Color: Brown
• Era: Late 1970s
• Regulatory Label Date: 1978
• Rotary Dial Mechanism
• Original Stromberg-Carlson Embossed Handset
• Coiled Handset Cord
• Ringer Adjustment Marked LOUD
• Metal Underside Construction
• FCC Registration Label Present
• Ringer Equivalence: 0.8ACondition and TestingThis vintage telephone shows normal age-appropriate wear consistent with its age and previous use.There are some minor scuffs and surface marks, which have been disclosed and photographed.Seller has visually inspected the telephone and does not observe any cracks.The rotary dial has been manually operated and returns mechanically as intended.IMPORTANT: The telephone has not been tested for full electrical operation.Seller has not verified the ability to make or receive calls, the operation of the ringer, or the handset’s audio functions.The telephone is being offered in untested condition, with full functionality unknown.Seller has lightly wiped down the telephone. Buyer may clean further according to their own preferences.Vintage Collectible and Display AppealThis classic brown rotary telephone would be an excellent addition to collections or displays featuring:• Vintage Stromberg-Carlson Telephones
• 1970s Telecommunications Equipment
• Antique and Vintage Telephone Collections
• Retro Office and Desk Décor
• Old-School Rotary Dial Telephones
• Mid-Century-Style Home Furnishings
• Vintage Industrial and Business Displays
• Nostalgic Americana
• Retro Props and Period DisplaysIts classic design and original manufacturer identification make it an appealing collectible for telephone enthusiasts and lovers of vintage technology.Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description and show the actual telephone being offered.ShippingThe telephone will be carefully packaged with protective materials for shipment.Seller reserves the right to select the most economical shipping method.Buyer must have a physical mailing address on file.