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Vintage Tele-Tone Model 185 portable tube radio, dating to approximately 1948. Beautiful maroon/red cabinet with contrasting gold-tone speaker grille and tuning face, red control knobs, and original carrying handle.
This is a genuine post-WWII vacuum-tube portable radio, featuring the distinctive mid-century styling and compact portable design that makes these early Tele-Tone sets desirable to vintage radio collectors and display enthusiasts.
Features
Manufacturer: Tele-Tone
Model: 185
Approx. date: 1948
Type: Portable vacuum-tube AM radio
Original maroon/red cabinet
Gold-tone grille and tuning panel
Original red knobs
Original carrying handle
Classic vintage Art Deco / early mid-century styling
Condition / Testing
*powers on and has sound coming from speakers but otherwise untested and not guaranteed to work as intended.
The radio shows age-appropriate cosmetic wear, including scratches, finish wear, and oxidation/discoloration to portions of the metal grille and trim. Please review all photographs carefully for the overall condition.
The radio has not been fully electronically tested or serviced. It is being offered primarily as a vintage collectible/display radio and should be professionally inspected before extended operation due to its age and original tube-era electronics.
Please examine all photos carefully as they are part of the description.
A great piece for a vintage radio collection, mid-century display, antique shop, or anyone who appreciates the design and engineering of early portable tube radios.
Used in fair/good overall condition.
Powers on but is otherwise untested/for parts. Does have static come from speakers but unsure if it’s in actual working condition.
There is no guarantee this item works as intended.
Please note the power cord is a little frayed as shown in photos.
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