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Vintage Space Age Jetsons Motorola Tube Radio 56R Bright Cherry Red! | Radios139 of 790 |  |  |
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Radio-Tony
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Here is a really cool 1956 Motorola Space Age Tube radio in brand new like condition, all original tubes, got this one from original owner, she said it sat on top of her fridge since 1956!!! Works great
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very nice, great retro look!!
Very cool Tony!! Would this be considered Plaskon? She's a beauty man!
Thanks so much Signaholic Yes I think it is Plaskon, you have a very good eye!!
And Thank you packrat-place!!
Don't know what you had to give for it, but mid 20th century stuff is red hot right now! I'm sure you already knew that. ;)
This is an awesome piece. I've been looking to add one of these to my collection. Trouble is, I'm running out of room LOL
Thanks Signaholic and WinterWolf !!!!