Tuesday, September 13, 2011

ARVIN portable tube battery antique retro AM old radio

Up for auction is this late 40's Arvin AM 5 tube radio. This radio is clean but it has some surface rust and scuffs in the steel and aluminum case. The volume/tuning knobs operate smoothly. The carrying handle is in good condition and strong but there is a split in the leather at the center. This radio plays great with plenty of volume and strong reception. The tone is great with smooth tube type bass. The radio will not turn off, the volume knob clicks and the power indicator scale changes to indicate off but it will not turn off, it must be unplugged to turn it off. This radio is a three way type, it will operate off of both AC, DC mains or batteries. This radio requires the old type 90 volt battery and the batteries are not included. This is a big portable radio, it mesaures approximately 10" tall, 12" wide and 5" front to back. It weighs a around 10 pounds. The model number is 250-P. This radio could be repainted to look like new or just enjoyed as it is. If you have any questions, feel free to send email. Thanks for looking!!

indicates off but the radio does not go off. It must be unplugged for it to go off. This is a three way type, it will operate off of AC, DC mains or batteries. This is a strong set with 5 tubes and a selenium rectifier.


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