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Here we have one of Philco’s most highly sought after table radios. The 1941 Model 41-226. Nicknamed the ‘Sled’ due to its Art Deco cabinet design, this beauty has it all; stunning walnut cabinet, gorgeous wood grain, elegant inlays, electronic pushbutton tuning, attractive dial, loop antenna, and outstanding performance on the AM broadcast and shortwave bands.
Cabinet: The dark walnut cabinet is simply gorgeous. A unique yet attractive design featuring a grooved, swooping left side resembling the shape of a sled, thus the nickname. Stunning wood grain flows throughout the entire set with elegant ribbon cut inlays across the right front and side. The swooping left side, finished in black lacquer, adds a perfect contrast. An elegant brass escutcheon housing the pushbuttons and the gold Philco logo finish this rare beauty off with the utmost style and class. A definite ‘head turner’ no matter which room in the home or office you display it in.
The Cabinet’s Finish: All of our radio cabinets undergo a vigorous restoration process. Our goal is to maintain the natural beauty of the wood and grain, while providing a deep luster and shine. We achieve this by using a minimum 12 coats of Mohawk brand lacquers and toners. We use a nitrocellulose piano lacquer which is applied through a professional HVLP turbine spray system in a climate controlled room. Nitrocellulose lacquer is very thin. We also apply very thin coats. This allows the lacquer to seep into the grain and not cover it up. A 1000, 2000, & 4000 grit wet sanding follows every third coat. The cabinet is finished off with a three step polishing process ending with an Oz glaze rub. During the restoration process on this set, a small veneer chip on the top left front, and back right side were blended. A few minor scratches and nicks were also blended on the top. Nothing that detracts from the beauty of the set.. Many hours of work are put into these radios, but as you can see, the final outcome is a beautiful, natural looking cabinet with gorgeous luster & shine. Our radios are a great piece of history that come to you ready to proudly display, as well as listen to, in any room of the home or office.
Dial/Knobs: The attractive ivory, red, and gold dial is a real attention getter. It is illuminated by a new dial lamp and lights nice and bright. All letters and numbers indicating station frequencies are legible and show little signs of wear. Note all the foreign city and country names located at the bottom of the shortwave dial. The large airplane style pointer is perfect and moves nice and smooth across the dial. All the pushbuttons are in great shape and fully functional. This set features one of the nicer tennite grills I have come across with only slight warping over the years. A very small crack in one grill bar has been filled and secured. All three bullet style knobs are in and work as follows: volume, band switch, and tuning. The on/off switch is the first pushbutton.
Electronics/Chassis: The 6 tube chassis has been electronically restored and plays great. All caps, filters, and resistors have been checked and replaced as needed. All tubes have been tested and brittle wires replaced. The chassis has been cleaned, lubed and re-aligned for optimal performance. I‘m able to pick up many stations, up and down the dial, with excellent volume, very sensitive reception, and great tone on the AM broadcast and shortwave bands. I will include a 30 day warranty on the tubes, caps and filters.
To view a video of this radio playing click on this link: http://youtu.be/_HnUTUgQeVI
Dimensions: 13 1/2“W x 8″H x 6 1/4“D. Approximate cost: $25 East Coast, $30 Central, $35 West Coast. International bidders please email me prior to bidding for a shipping cost quote. Please wait for an invoice to be sent with actual shipping costs prior to paying. ‘s automated shipping calculator is NOT correct. If prior to my invoice being sent, another invoice may be sent for the difference in shipping costs.
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Antique tube radio reception can differ greatly depending on location, length of antenna, and amount of interference in different areas. Playing capability is accuratley described (and shown on video) based on my location, and surroundings, hooked up to a 15 ft. copper line antenna. The antenna will be included with the sale but I can not guarantee reception quality in your area. It may differ (better or worse) depending on your location, surroundings and interference. Antique Radio Electronics, whether restored or un-restored, are by nature hazardous due to their voltage, design and age. Any operation, repairs or other adjustments are done at your own risk.
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