{"product_id":"gull-gray-1955-zenith-model-r-510r-vacuum-tube-am-radio-oval-owl-eyes-amazing-reception","title":"Gull Gray 1955 Zenith Model R-510R Vacuum Tube AM Radio Oval Owl Eyes! Amazing Reception!","description":"\u003cp\u003eGull Gray 1955 Zenith Model R-510R Vacuum Tube AM Radio Oval Owl Eyes! Amazing Reception!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDESCRIPTION: Table top vacuum tube AM radio manufactured by Zenith in 1955 time frame in excellent working and physical condition. This model features ivory accent color on the handle and the knobs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSOUND QUALITY: Picks up AM stations very clearly and loudly around the dial without need of external antenna attachment. The station frequency selectivity and sensitivity is excellent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCABINET CONDITION: Cabinet is original factory molded gray plastic cabinet. No cracks, chips, no major scratches. No hairline crack across the top. All original factory molded colors through and through. Not repainted no over spray not touched up. No major scratches or missing pieces. Glossy condition, looks great! Original factory ivory white handle is in excellent working condition. The handle base bucklers are a little rusty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKNOBS: Original volume and tuning red knobs are matching and securely attached with no cracks. No missing gold color metal center inserts. Tuning knob is original and works. Little gold metal pointer is original.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLOGO: No missing logos. Zenith recessed painted lettering is in excellent condition with very little rub off. The Zenith center crown logo is in excellent condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDIAL LIGHT: None. Not designed with one but can be added for an extra charge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCLOCK: no clock\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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. All out-of-spec resistors have been replaced with modern correct value and voltage equivalents. \u003cspan\u003eBoth intermediate frequency transformers have been rebuilt to ensure static free performance. \u003c\/span\u003eThere is no loud or pervasive hum. There is no loud or pervasive static between stations. The set has been aligned according to factory specifications. All wiring has been thoroughly checked for possible bridging and weak solder connection. The radio has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePOWER CORD: Replacement black power cord and safety polarized plug are in excellent working condition. No breaks, no splits, no repair with electrical tape, or other. No exposed wiring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBACKING BOARD: Original factory backing board is in excellent condition. Clear readable factory printing. Backing board is securely mounted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFACTORY LABELS AND STICKERS: Original bottom factory label is not missing and readable, missing some material around the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIMENSIONS: Approximately 11.5\" x 6.5\" x 6\" (l x w x h)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEIGHT: Approx 3 lbs 9 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCOLOR: Gray and ivory\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYOUTUBE VIDEO \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/Tt5r4OwZFis\" title=\"Gull Gray 1955 Zenith Model R-510R Vacuum Tube AM Radio Oval Owl Eyes! Amazing Reception!\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eADD BLUETOOTH See info \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/6bfkCsAWTSU\" title=\"Spruce Green 1956 Zenith Model A615F Vacuum Tube AM Radio\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eADD A SMART SPEAKER:  See info\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.retroradiofarm.com\/collections\/services\/products\/add-amazon-echo-dot\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eADD DIAL LIGHT See info \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Add Tuning or Clock Dial Light\" href=\"https:\/\/www.retroradiofarm.com\/collections\/services\/products\/add-tuning-or-clock-dial-light\"\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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCategory: radio\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCabinet construction: plastic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: 1950s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCountry of manufacture: USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElectronics: Mounted circuit board or chassis. Vacuum tube circuit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVacuum tubes: tested and working. Amplifier, converter, detector, pre-amplifier, rectifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\n","brand":"Zenith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45269015887925,"sku":null,"price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0417\/0865\/files\/SvEeaqHaLJrlmtUPnvq58Q8_1_gps_generated.png?v=1780412841","url":"https:\/\/retroradiofarm.com\/zh\/products\/gull-gray-1955-zenith-model-r-510r-vacuum-tube-am-radio-oval-owl-eyes-amazing-reception","provider":"Retro Radio Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}