{"product_id":"espresso-brown-owl-eyes-1951-zenith-model-g516-am-vacuum-tube-radio-great-looking-and-sounding-copy-2","title":"Espresso Brown Owl Eyes 1951 Zenith Model G516 AM Vacuum Tube Radio Great Looking and Sounding!","description":"\u003cp\u003eEspresso Brown Owl Eyes 1951 Zenith Model G516 AM Vacuum Tube Radio Great Looking and Sounding!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDESCRIPTION: The much sought after Owl Eyes among Zenith designs!  Tabletop tube AM radio manufactured by Zenith in 1951 in excellent working and physical condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCABINET CONDITION: Beautiful Bakelite factory molded cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, no chips, no major scratches! Original factory brown Bakelite color not repainted no touch up and no over spray. This radio is over 60 years old! The front gold metal fascia tuning and clock surround trim is in excellent condition with very little tarnish no dents no dings. No missing ink, smudges, or rub-off on dial lettering. The tuning dial works fine no slipping no sticky spots. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKNOBS: All three little brown matching clock knobs are present and securely attached. The volume knob is original. The tuning knob is original. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePOWER CALE: Replacement power cable and  plug is in excellent working condition no breaks no exposed wires no brittleness. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCLOCK: Clock works and keep accurate time. Clock motor is silent no humming no buzzing no ticking noises. Alarm buzzer and radio alarm works goes off at correct set time. Sleep timer works. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDIAL LIGHT: No dial light. Not designed with one but can be added for an extra charge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eINTERNAL ELECTRONICS: All paper and wax capacitors have been replaced with modern equivalents so this radio has another 50+ years or more of playing time! The tubes are working fine. Both Intermediate Frequency Transformers (IFTs) have been rebuilt to ensure static-free performance. All out-of-spec resistors have been replaced with modern correct value and voltage equivalents. There is no loud or pervasive hum. There is no loud or pervasive static between stations. The set has been aligned according to factory specifications. The antique radio has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected. All wiring has been thoroughly checked for possible bridging and weak solder connection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBACKING BOARD:  The original backing board is still present which is incredible because it's only held on by t-pins and screws\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Corner attachment holes have been reinforced from behind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFACTORY LABELS AND STICKERS: No missing bottom factory labels. Has been securely by clear tape some time ago to prevent further flaking and loss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePROVENANCE: Previous owner identity is not known. Was gently used then stored in a dry cool environment for a long period of time. No evidence of prolonged exposure to cigarette smoking, moisture, or pets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIMENSIONS: Approximately 12\" x 5.5\" x 6\" (l x w x h)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEIGHT: 4lbs 15oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOLOR: brown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYOUTUBE VIDEO\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/cbpaTirAM_s\" title=\"Espresso Brown Owl Eyes 1951 Zenith Model G516 AM Vacuum Tube Radio Great Looking and Sounding!\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/4orXRyU5asw\" title=\"Espresso Brown Owl Eyes 1951 Zenith Model G516 AM Vacuum Tube Radio Great Looking and Sounding!\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eADD BLUETOOTH: See pricing and info \u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\" title=\"Add Bluetooth to vintage or antique vacuum tube radio\" href=\"http:\/\/www.retroradiofarm.com\/collections\/services\/products\/add-bluetooth\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eADD Smart Speaker: See pricing and info\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Add Smart Speaker to vinatge or antique vacuum tube radio\" href=\"https:\/\/retroradiofarm.com\/products\/add-smart-speaker\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eADD DIAL LIGHT: See pricing and info \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\" title=\"Add Tuning or Clock Dial Light to antique or vintage vacuum tube radio\" href=\"https:\/\/www.retroradiofarm.com\/collections\/services\/products\/add-tuning-or-clock-dial-light\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWebpage menu of upgrade services\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/retroradiofarm.com\/collections\/services\" title=\"Retro Radio Farm menu of services\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct: antique radio, vintage radio, retro radio, vacuum tube radio, AM radio, art deco, mid-century product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: radio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabinet construction: Bakelite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriod: 1950s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry of manufacture: USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronics: Mounted circuit board or chassis. Vacuum tube circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVacuum tubes: tested and working. Amplifier, converter, detector, pre-amplifier, rectifier\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zenith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44911400157237,"sku":null,"price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0417\/0865\/files\/8RhlafKbH-yAmtUPxYHu0Ao_0_gps_generated.png?v=1768233345","url":"https:\/\/retroradiofarm.com\/zh\/products\/espresso-brown-owl-eyes-1951-zenith-model-g516-am-vacuum-tube-radio-great-looking-and-sounding-copy-2","provider":"Retro Radio Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}