This needed the usual, recapping, replace bad wiring, a couple of tubes, one knob was missing, new dial face and the cabinet refinished as it was trashed. The rest of the cabinet was in good shape, with only a few small scratches here and there. Next is the tuning knob and the rightmost control is the bandswitch. Charles Eames studies architecture at the Washington, At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1938 zenith for your home. He constructed ornamental railings and, smaller numbers, and are more difficult to find today. This is not a put together Walton with mix and matched parts. Click to Enlarge. Original Price 561.84 The 15U270 & 15U271 are the only 1938 15 tube Zenith radios that utilize two speakers, a 12 woofer and a 6 tweeter. Want to know more? If the leading number is 1 (IE 5S128) the radio was built for the 1937 model year. The first digit(s) will be the number of tubes, Sad part about is, I offered them $150.00 over 2 months ago, the person on the phone said it was his sons radio and he would have to check with him about my offer, never heard back from them, Now I have lost interest in the radio! (reads thread) Heh, could you imagine what the Walton sets would cost if everyone found them desirable? Each 1938 zenith for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and glass. This classic "black dial" Zenith tombstone is a real jewel. On my radio, the little rubber drive belt was shot. My wife and son drove the 70 miles in fog so thick you couldn't see the front of your vehicle to be the first ones at the estate sale and got it. I didn't want to risk damaging the pointers during removal or getting them off safely but being unable to securely reattach them. I'd not only give him his price in a heartbeat, but add another hundred to have it shipped across country. After those capacitors had been replaced, the radio's B+ voltage was lowered somewhat, but it still tested about 25-30% higher than indicated in the schematic. Sale Price 708.45 As with most old cloths, it had faded somewhat in the areas exposed to light, but not so much as to merit replacement. . Model 6-J-230 dates from 1938 and is typical of many radios of that era. It included the radios of collector Glen Bricker. An outside antenna is necessary on old tube radios or a long wire. 1,023.32, 1,279.15 You will hear a loud hum in the radio when the generator is set just right. second station re-location & "tell-tale" controls. First, I cut the gaskets in half, making the cuts on the diagonal. The photo-finished portion of the cabinet was in decent shape, but the top was badly damaged, as you can see below. On to the next challenge . Content is for presentation purposes only. Polishing only cleaned up the paint, however. In 1927, Zenith introduced the first radio with push-button tuning, and in 1940 it broadcast the first FM radio station in the Midwest. produce civilian hearing-aids throughout the war Introduced in June of 1937 for the 1838 model year. Number 2 shows the signal ("hot") lead of the generator connected to the grid lead of the 6D8 tube. The, runners are in excellent condition. This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. the radio was found. The paper serial number tag on the bottom of the cabinet is there as well. In hindsight, another alternative would have been to cut and reglue the new belt that I bought from AES. The two trailing digits of the model number describe This is a 1938 Zenith 7 tube Walton model 7S232, Zeniths most famous and collectable year. 25 tube Stratosphere, first produced in He joined a fledging Beaverton electronics company, Tektronix, in 1951 as its 351st employee. compensation, spinner tuning, split. The set has a nice finish on it too. for the 1938 model year. The two SW bands work well also. Original Price 17.86 Had I checked off each capacitor on the schematic and parts list as I worked, I would readily have seen that the job wasn't complete. Unless you know what you're doing, randomly tampering with these delicate adjustments will likely mess up your radio in a serious way, requiring an embarrassing trip to an expert repairman. (15% off), Sale Price 23.81 Mar 24, 2022 - Explore Daniel Mumau's board "1930's - 1940's floor model Zenith radios" on Pinterest. A large Antique Radio Collection featuring Old Radios From Zenith, Zenith Stratosphere, Atwater Kent, Philco and RCA antique radio collection, old radio consoles, wooden radios, cathedral radios, tombstone and floor model radios Those few short years came some big changes like the multiband Zenith Transoceanic portable, the hallmark of tube radio design; a real compact portable you can carry around by Sonora called the "Candid"; table radios and consoles with push button tuning and magic eye tuning; and the first practical application of electronic television with real tv channels demonstrated at 1939 New York, World's Fair by RCA, made this period one to remember. The grille cloth is a reproduction of the original pattern. 1935 remained as the model 1000 throughout production). All the paper foil capacitors were replaced too. A good looking radio and the one I restored had great reception. Tube complement: 6K7G RF, 6L7G mixer, 6J5G oscillator, 6K7G IF, 6H6G detector, 6J5G 1st audio, 6J5G 2nd audio, 6J5G phase inverter, (2) 6V6G push-pull audio output, 6T5 tuning eye, 5Y4G rectifier. Manufactured by Zenith/Herman Miller. Page 1: Portable and Wood Table Radios 1938-1942 PORTABLE AND WOOD CABINET TABLE RADIOS, Page 2: Rise of Plastic Radios 1938-1942 PLASTIC CABINET RADIOS, Page 3: Battery or Farm Radios 1938-1942 FARM RADIOS, Page 4: Magic Eye Tuning Radios 1938-1942 MAGIC EYE RADIOS, Page 5: Me Restoring a Sentinel 243T Farm Radio RESTORING SENTINEL 243T FARM RADIO, -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------. a "Walton Radio" as an example (12S232). The next photo shows the power subchassis before replacing its capacitors. Original Price 389.00 In order to give you the best experience, we use cookies and similar technologies for performance, analytics, personalization, advertising, and to help our site function. Zenith Model 6-S-254 Console Radio (1938) The 6-tube 3-waveband Zenith 6-S-254 (6S254) was intro- duced in June of 1937 as part of Zenith's line-up for the 1938 model year. included every vacuum tube in the tube count including: k42: ivory: $12.00: k42-divided: ivory: $12.00: k42b: black: $12.00: It seems as though there are two types of knobs used on these radios that look the same but have different dimensions for the hole. I also have all original knobs now too. The underside of the chassis is plated with copper, however, perhaps to allow good ground connections for electronic components. Some of the most serious Zenith radio collectors in the world have never seen this version in person. Only $1900! our example of the 12S232, the radio was built The knobs are the original wood Zenith knobs. Beautiful tri-color black 6-inch lighted dial which Zenith made famous and still a favorite of most collectors. However, this one also plays perfectly on a short lead wire as well. Autotransformer (variac), used to supply a precise voltage to the radio. .No motor or tuning eye, but it has push-pull audio and runs on a 6 volt battery. The controls are quite simple. the Zenith home radios: The last 3 digits get a bit more complex. When I queried the rec.antiques.radio+phono newsgroup for ideas, I learned that many restorers don't bother buying "store-bought" replacement belts. This scheme holds true 1995-2023 Philip I. Nelson, all rights reserved. Beginning in 1936, Zenith introduced a new model Zenith made four different chassis to fit into this style cabinet (7J232, 7S232, 9S232 & 12S232). Store Radio Knobs Zenith Zenith 1938 - 1940 Knob. The 15 tube 'Robot-Dial' console in a walnut finish is the more common version of this cabinet style. This is true; it is push-pull, but it is a push-pull audio stage that makes paralleled 6G6s look like an improvement, It is currently Mar Sat 04, 2023 11:02 am, Screen Shot 2022-12-15 at 3.56.15 PM.png [ 195.48 KiB | Viewed 1876 times ], Complete-View-Master-Waltons.jpg [ 637.7 KiB | Viewed 1821 times ], Before front.jpg [ 394.63 KiB | Viewed 1467 times ], https://stlouis.craigslist.org/atq/d/sp 99687.html, https://www.ebay.com/itm/234814319050?h R9jJru6hYQ, http://www.tuberadioland.com/silvertone4465_main.html. Original Price 737.97 THE 1938 ZENITH 15U269 CONSOLE - DECO TO THE MAX By Kent Martin Of all radio manufacturers during the fabulous Art Deco design years of the 1930s and 1940s, one company that has always shone brightly is the Zenith Radio Corporation of Chicago. Price: $12.00. Original Price 934.76 The 6-J-230 is a typical 1930s superheterodyne receiver, using a power transformer and six tubes. Before risking that, I decided to seek expert advice. The Zenith 6S254 (6-S-254) is a 6-tube console radio with broadcast band and two short wave bands. First; the big round "airplaine" dial years. Given the model number, a repairman The next step was to carefully split the rubber in half along its entire length. Note-taking may seem tedious when you're hurrying to get results, but it saves time in the long run. It is currently Mar Sat 04, 2023 11:02 am, http://allentown.craigslist.org/clt/4574348722.html, http://www.ebay.com/itm/371078070791?ss 1423.l2649.   Spain   |   English (US)   |   (EUR), remembering account, browser, and regional preferences, remembering privacy and security settings, personalized search, content, and recommendations, helping sellers understand their audience, showing relevant, targeted ads on and off Etsy, remember your login, general, and regional preferences, personalize content, search, recommendations, and offers. I too would like one but I won't spend 4 figures for one. After finishing this repair, I received some additional email from newsgroup members, indicating that round-section O are easier to find It is made of polished brass with the famous lightning "Z" Zenith logo at its center. This is the mahogany version of the 15U270 walnut model. Craig. Learn more. Fixing the cabinet was a straightforward job. To conceal blemishes on the photo-finished sides and front, I wiped on a coat of Min-Wax walnut stain with a soft cloth, let the stain set for a minute or two, then buffed it off again with a clean cloth. The 10S130 is a much better looking radio, IMO. three digit number the radio was built in later Etsy Search for items or shops Close search Skip to Content Sign in 0 Cart Halloween Hub Jewelry & Accessories Clothing & Shoes This is a Zenith 1938 Model 7-S-232, a 7 tube "Walton". The gaskets were about half the required length and twice the required thickness, but where there's a will, there's a way! 1938-1942 Prewar Portables and Wood Sets. Many of the surviving 15U270 and 15U271 suffer from cracking burl on the curved areas on each side of the dial. Historical artifact. Vintage Zenith Radio Knob 1930s Wood Lightning Bolt AntiqueMeUp (576) $34.99 Vintage Soviet tube network radio RECORD. The 6-tube 3-waveband Zenith 6-S-254 (6S254) was introduced in June of 1937 as part of, Zeniths robot dial, received a make-over from its inaugural 1938 model year. Cabinet: The book matched walnut veneered cabinet is beautifully finished with a near flawless lacquer finish. A very nice farm set. The next photo shows the underside of the chassis after recapping. (20% off), Sale Price 12.14 The chassis was purchased separate, it was originally from a chairside. 1938 Zenith Radio - Etsy Check out our 1938 zenith radio selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. This type of "photo-finish" can also be seen on my 1937 Philco 37-61 tombstone. Cord replaced. The blue arrow points to the shaft around which the belt is loosely placed. to discuss in this article. A multitester, used to measure the radio's output during alignment. Content is for presentation purposes only. Turning off the personalized advertising setting wont stop you from seeing Etsy ads or impact Etsy's own personalization technologies, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. Slipping is an especial disadvantage for shortwave listening, where accurate tuning is all-important. 12.14, 14.29 Two important points need to be covered for a The radio had been serviced in the past but most of the original parts were still in place. Return to PHOTO Index: PHOTO COLLECTION INDEX, NEXT PAGE >>> 1938-1942 PLASTIC CABINET RADIOS. Toward the front was a big messy splotch of some hard substance, possibly dried glue or some kind of varnish. Original Price 23.81 The belt is made of layers of rubber-impregnated fabric, similar to the fan belt in your auto but much smaller. I found this radio in a small antique shop in El Paso TX behind 2 china cabinets and a pool table. The grille cloth is NOT a reproduction. It released the first portable radio in 1924, followed two years later by the first radio that operated entirely on household electricity. I used a very soft brush to brush out accumulated dust, then sprayed the cloth lightly with clear water and placed it face down on a sheet of cardboard to dry. line of automobile radios, which I do not intend A few minutes of experimentation convinced me that strong cord would not be a suitable replacement. Fortunately, I was able to purchase a special radioa "Glass Rod" Zenith 5R-317 that had been designed for the 1939 World's Fair. 944.60, 1,180.75 After I replaced the lamp, the radio played, but not very well. The shutters open nicely. No spring is visible from the outside, so I assume it's concealed inside the large metal dial case. Other radios in the same style and therefore also called "Waltons" are the 9-tube 9-S-232, the top of the . The belt runs inside machined brass pulleys and is held at the right tension by a spring-loaded arm. The stupid TV show that inspired the name " Walton" has been off the air for decades. Before making the adjustments, I used a digital radio to double-check the signal generator's setting. The radio features a 5-point tone control, bass. Zenith 1000Z Stratosphere before restoration, Zenith 1000Z Stratosphere after restoration. 350.10, 389.00 All tube shields are in place as well. Page 1 of 2 [ 22 posts ] Go to page 1, 2 Next Previous topic | Next topic Page 1 of 2 [ 22 posts ] Moderator: Lou deGonzague Go to page 1, 2 Next Antique Radio Forums Index Category Online Auctions and Sales Forum All times are UTC Who is online Search for: Zenith also used this cabinet for models 6-S-229 and 7-D-229 in 1938 and 6-S-330 and 5-X-230 in 1939. This is typical for a 1930s radio. All the paper foil capacitors were replaced as well. Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. In 1938 Zenith released several models of 12-tube table radios with what Zenith referred to as their "Robot Dial." The Zenith robot dial was equipped with a tuning eye tube that indicated signal strength of a station and in several models the dials were motorized. cost of the radio. The brand says the new spring is more durable and resistant to magnetic fields. Had I been alive and of a radio-buying disposition in 1938, I would have looked at . I've only had a casual interest in these. Named after E.F. McDonald the founder of the Zenith Radio Company. Other tombstones in my collection include the 1937 Philco 37-61, 1934 GE S-22X, and 1938 Stewart-Warner 91-531. The string is wrapped two or three times around the shaft of the tuning knob and goes around a larger pulley attached to the tuning capacitor. This is now equipped with Tissot's new titanium-based alloy Nivachron balance spring. again until late 1945, and were sold as 1946 models. The chassis is clean and rust free. Despite new filter capacitors, there was still too much background hum. 23.81, 29.76 (20% off), Sale Price 303.06 Zenith sold a ton of them when new. Nope. Another Chicago garage find where someone needed room and wanted it gone. No lowball please. Not really. (20% off), Sale Price 747.81 For this particular adjustment, the signal generator was set to 456 kilohertz to adjust the radio's I.F. After phoning a number of local stores, I was unable to locate square O-ring stock, so I bought the next-best thing: two rubber plumbing gaskets. Although there was nothing unusually hard or time-consuming about the cosmetic work, the electronics took more time than I had expected. better understanding of the model numbering scheme. $1,499.99 0 bids or Best Offer 1d 4h Local Pickup Radio, Zenith Deluxe Floor Wood Cabinet Console, Double-Wide, Scarce Vintage $845.00 or Best Offer Under AC operation, the filament output from the power supply is 6.3 volts, fine for the six-volt tubes but too much for the 1J6. Cleaning and recapping are standard practice, but solving the voltage problems added extra hours. The new owners were happy to have it. Then I super-glued two of the cut ends together, forming a single length of rubber. Each 1938 zenith for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using, Prices for a 1938 zenith can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes at 1stDibs, they begin at, This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google, Featured Collection: 2023 Designer Survey Trends, Association of International Photography Dealers, International Fine Print Dealers Association, Loggers WPA Depression Era Modern Mid 20th Century American Scene Social Realism, 1970s Brutalist Welded Steel Sculpture George Kafka Chicago Modernist Artist. This tuning system is not only reliable, but also very accurate. Airline 14WG-806A 1942 This is a wonderful wood radio with two bands, AM and shortwave. This article will deal with the "Big Black the 1936 model year. They made very few and did not want to go thru the trouble printing model tags. Once everything was in place, trimming the belt and gluing it was pretty easy. Alan Jesperson has only located 5 of these in his many years of collection, restoring and selling Zenith radios. Add to Favorites Zenith Upright Antique Radio--1940's-Wavemagnet--LOCAL PICK-UP! Radio must be picked up in Cleveland. Dial/Knobs: The famous black Zenith Robot Shutter Dial is in very nice condition as is the dial glass. 1938 Antique Zenith Floor Radio, model number: 9S367, still works and receives many stations, case in good condition with no significant scratch, no crack. If I was going to have a radio collection, I need a Walton (and at least one catalin). You can feel the spring wind up if you move the tuner manually with the belt disconnected. The Walton radios, (so named because of the fame this series received when one was used in the TV series, "The Waltons") are among the most popular among serious Zenith collectors. Different connections and test frequencies are used for subsequent alignment steps, of course. Every effort was taken to reproduce original look of this fine radio. A gearing mechanism behind the dial transfers the belt's rotation to the tuning capacitor. I have the 12 tube version pictured on another page. Another great 15 tube Zenith radio pictured above. Acting on further advice from Walt Heskes, I added a bleeder resistor to bring the voltage down. The introduction to smaller and more efficient tubes help speed things along- rising to the peak of radio's Golden Era. This is the mahogany version of the 15U270 walnut model. Antique gift. Even if it plays, it undoubtedly needs some repair before you put it into regular service. 3 bands including broadcast, shortwave and police The cabinet paper tag has the model 15U270 crossed out in pencil and hand writhen 271. So it is truly a very rare Zenith radio. The audio was also harsh and extremely loud, so loud that the radio played at medium volume with the volume control turned all the way down. They are amoung the most collectable Zenith consoles, usually hard to find and fairly expencive.
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