RARE GORGEOUS 1940 ADMIRAL \"BULLET\" Bakelite Tube Radio RADIO-CAFE EXCLUSIVE

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RARE GORGEOUS 1940 ADMIRAL \"BULLET\" Bakelite Tube Radio RADIO-CAFE EXCLUSIVE:
$300.00

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The Radio-Cafe provides the customer with theBest Possible Serviceavailable which includes:

• FREE SHIPPING IN THE USA WHICH INCLUDESSAFE DOUBLE BOX PACKING & SIGNATURE CONFIRMATION INCLUDED! ($30 value for free!)
• FULL 90 DAY ELECTRONIC/MECHANICAL/PARTS WARRANTY IN WRITING! (top shelf workmanship and parts are guaranteed! What good is a 30 day return policy if the radio stops working OR a part breaks after 30 days? answer: NO GOOD AT ALL! I will replace any part or fix any problem even if it\'s as minor as a broken dial string or pilot lamp free of charge, and even pay for the shipping back to you!)
• QUALITY DETAILED PHOTOS OF THE COMPLETE RESTORATION! (some sellers are reluctant to show photos of the speaker,chassis, & electronics work)
• ALL NATURAL BAKELITE POLISHING! (no enhancers or coatings used)
• 30 YEARS OF ANTIQUE WOOD & BAKELITE RESTORATION EXPERIENCE! (long before was around)
• CUSTOM MOLDING DEPT. WITH OVER 500 DIFFERENT DIAL LENSES IN STOCK!
• STRICT RESTORATION STANDARDS RESULTING INTOP SHELF SETS FOR THEDISCERNINGRADIO COLLECTOR!
• EXTENSIVE PHOTO GALLERY OF OVER 1000 DIFFERENT RADIO MODELS OF MY WORK, SAVED ON FILE SINCE THE 1990\'s!
• SPECIALIZING IN FINDING RARE TUBE RADIO SETS TO OFFER TO SERIOUS COLLECTORS AND MUSEUMS ALIKE!
• AUTHENTIC ANTIQUE RESTORATIONI BELIEVE AN ANTIQUE SHOULD STILL LOOK LIKE ONE AFTER RESTORATION,WHICH IN TURN RETAINS THE TRUE ANTIQUE APPRAISAL VALUE!(no modern ipod/bluetooth added or glossed over so-called \"mirror\" finish reproduction look which only devalues the piece)

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~ 1940 ADMIRAL BAKELITE TUBE RADIO - MODEL 396-6M ~

For your consideration is another rare gem offered to you from theRadio-Cafe.This incredible1940 Admiral bakelite tube radio, Model 60XA2, has beenfully restored inside & outto excellent playing condition just waiting for a new owner.The cabinet has that classic \"bullet\" design that Admiral is well known for on many of their models, BUT...what makes this one very rare on this particular version of the bullet... it comes withpreset push buttons, brassescutcheon, AM & SW bands, 3 knobs with a \"variable\" tone knob, a reverse painted(dark red & gold) glass(not plastic) dial scale, and a powerhouse 6 tube chassis for better reception than your average AA5.

Continental Radio & Television Corp was founded in 1934 andmanufactured some of the best radios back then, and then later became Admiral Corp. Their sales in 1939 ranked 5th and the Admiral name was soon well known all over andsponsoredmany shows through the CBS radio network during WWII. Their slogan was... \"America\'s Smart Set\". One look on the bottom of the early Admiral sets and you\'ll see the stamp C.R.& T.C., which this set has as well. I\'ve restored countless Admiral \"bullet\" sets of different variations over the years, but this is the first time ever finding this one.. a rare one indeed!

This original example is in beautiful condition with no chips or cracks and it plays as good as it looks on the AM(Broadcast) band. The SW band is only 1.7 to 3.5, so I was only able to tune in one station in my area. Besides the interior loop antenna, I\'ve included an extra long external wire for better reception in the country. This set also comes with a \"variable\" tone knob so you have a full range of hi & lo to suite your audio taste. The larger knob on the right side is for tuning and it also comes with 4 preset push button knobs in front that work great after I went through and cleaned and lubricated the entire mechanical assembly. The reverse painted dial glass really looks nice with the soft red numbers lighting up as well as the evenly glow on the back scale. I\'ve included 17 individual pics showcasing the cosmetic and electrical restoration for your viewing pleasure.

The lightly marbled dark chocolate bakelitecabinet has beenprofessionally polished with my ALL natural processusing NO car polish wet look tricks,caked ongunk,sprays, poly coats,saturation tactics to make the bakelite appear darker,or any other artificial enhancers. My photos represent the accurate bakelite color in different lighting with NO software touch ups!It takes many hours through several stages to complete this natural process but when it\'s all said and done what you get is a pure natural bakelite shine. I go the extra mile and make sure every square inch is cleaned using special hand-made pic tools, toothbrushes, and Q-tips(no black sharpie marker tricks used here folks). I\'ve been doing natural bakelite polishing the same way for over 30 years now and do notcut corners or take short cuts with my cleaning & polishing method.. nothing but lots of time and plenty of elbow grease.

Ifyou\'re more of a purist collector of antiques and prefer an AUTHENTIC ANTIQUE RESTORATION approach,then we have something in common. No crazy \"catalin type\" paint jobs,cosmetic enhancers,or car salesman oldphonyradiodazegimmicks,... justoriginal antique restorationfor theTRUEcollector!

This hard to find Admiral set is ready to be displayed and played!

~ RESTORATION DETAILS ~

• ANY WEAK OR BAD VACUUM TUBES REPLACED
• ANY BAD RESISTORS REPLACED
• NEW DIAL CORD INSTALLED
• ALL CAPACITORS REPLACED WITH TOP GRADE PANASONIC,SPRAGUE, & NICHICON CAPS
• CHASSIS AND ALL MOVING PARTS CLEANED & LUBRICATED
• ORIGINAL SPEAKER CONE COATED/PRESERVED
• NEW DIAL BULB WITH PRISTINE DIAL GLASS
• ALL TRIM PIECES REMOVED,CLEANED,AND DETAILED
• ALIGNMENT CHECKED & ADJUSTED
• ALL NATURAL ANTIQUE BAKELITE POLISHING WITH NO SPIT SHINE REPRODUCTION LOOK
• EXTERNAL WIRE ANTENNA ADDED FOR INCREASED RECEPTION
• GREAT RECEPTION AND SOUND QUALITY
• NEW THICK FELT PADS ADDED TO THE BOTTOM
• CUSTOM FABRICATED BACKING WHICH ATTACHES TO BOTH THE INTERIOR LOOP & CABINET
• AUDIO TESTED FOR A MINIMUM 48 HRS
• RADIO MEASURES APPROX: 12.5\" WIDE X 7\" TALL X 6\" DEEP
• FULL 90 DAY IN WRITING!
• FREE SHIPPINGIN THE UNITED STATES ONLY!
• * * WILL SHIP TO THE UNITED STATES ONLY * *

~ CUSTOMERS COMMENTS ~

• Absolutely stunning radio, museum quality restoration. A+ packing, great emails.
• Your work is functional art,excellent communication,well packed,A1 seller!!!!
• THE BEST RADIO SERVICE IN THE WORLD! my 4th radio purchase! thanks jer!!!
• Beautiful doesn\'t do your craftsmanship justice,exquisite is better. arrived safe
• Wonderful & expertly restored radio. Couldn\'t be happier. Professional Seller
• Not just the best radio restorer on bar none, his work is TRUE ARTISTRY!!!!
• I thought craftsmen like this were extinct. This guy has proven me wrong! Thanks
• Kudosfor the job you did in restoring this Emerson set and the care in packing.
• You are truly caring, caring beyond belief;one of my best transactions. Thanks much,Robert
• Absolutely beautiful- I LOVE IT-wonderful transaction-super fast mail-out -A+++
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• *****Awesome seller and a real gentlemen. Very highly recommended*****
• your are a CLASS ACT!!! Thanks Again & Best Regards, Stuart
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• The best wrapped radio I have ever received. Love the radio!!!! Thanks DDB

Keep in mind, this antique vacuum tube radio is not a boom box,solid state radio,or any other modern type radio. It uses vacuum tube technology which can produce audio interference caused by many different things such as florescent lighting, energy saving bulbs,kitchen appliances,etc,etc... so placement of the radio is very important to avoid any possible audio interference. And like many other electronic devices,.. when not in use the radio should be unplugged to prevent any damage during electrical storms.

~ RADIO-CAFE~

I\'ve been collecting & restoring tube radios since 1987,and have sold well over 2000 tube radios worldwide with over 1000 radio photos in my extensive gallery on file!Many of my restored radios are displayed in museums,on international radio websites,and published in popular radio books. Unlike many who perform the quick and lesser quality restorations just in order to sell more,... myphilosophy is alwaysquality before quantityand as a result the buyer receives a radio that has been restored with the utmost finer details in mind.

I spent 20 years as a Machine Specialist in the Aerospace & Injection Molding fields. Having this type of background has given me theexperience & high standardsthat I try to maintain in my radio restoration work as well. My experience includes: AUTHENTIC ANTIQUE RESTORATION,custom wood refinishing,allnatural bakelite polishing,electronic restoration,andradio dial cover molding.With my radio descriptions you get a factual description and I prefer to stay away from the sugar coated phrases such as... \"stunner\",\"near mint\",\"normal age related wear\",\"doesn\'t get any better\",\"completely flawless\",\"best of the best,\"unmolested\",\"mint\",\"glowing mirror finish\"(does a finish actually glow? LOL). The Radio-Cafe lets our quality workmanship and high standards do the talking for us and NOT the \"pump & dump\" old daze sales tactics you may see from others.

A special thanks to all of my customers and fellow radio restorers who I\'ve had the pleasure of doing business with throughout the last 25 years and to all of our service men & women who I proudly support in helping to keep this great country free!It gives me great satisfaction to be able to bring these wonderful antique tube radios back to life for future generations to enjoy!

Thanks for looking and mayGod Bless our Troops serving around the world!

Jerry Waters,

Owner of the Radio-Cafe-TOP SHELF RESTORED RADIOS SOLD WORLDWIDE!!

On Nov-29-15 at 17:16:55 PST, seller added the following information:

NOTE: typo on the 2nd sentence of the description for the model# (the 60XA2 model is the Motorola I have listed). The correct model# is 396-6M as stated on the main description title.

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RARE GORGEOUS 1940 ADMIRAL \"BULLET\" Bakelite Tube Radio RADIO-CAFE EXCLUSIVE:
$300.00