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VINTAGE 1949 ZENITH TIP-TOP HOLIDAY PORTABLE RADIO
A classic piece of mid-century American audio history. This 1949 Zenith \"Tip-Top Holiday\" model features a unique mechanical design where the front chevron panel flips upward to expose the hidden radio dial. An exceptional candidate for restoration or a standout display piece for collectors of retro electronics and industrial design.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
* Model: 4G903 (Chassis 4F40)
* Serial Number: J-145641
* Colorway: Classic dual-tone vintage gray case
* Handle Design: Original built-in flexible carrying strap with chrome-plated end caps. Spring-loaded mechanism retracts flat into the frame properly.
* Mechanism: Smooth flip-up front panel revealing the internal dial
* Power Type: Universal AC/DC or battery operation (original power cord included)
SPECIFICATIONS
* Item: Portable Vacuum Tube AM Radio
* Year of Manufacture: 1949
* Material: Heavy-molded polystyrene plastic and metal chassis
* Cabinet Style: Lunchbox / Valise portable luggage design
CONDITION AND TESTING REPORT
* Audio Testing: Unit powers on and picks up healthy, active static through the speaker. Major internal amplification circuits are alive.
* Tuning Mechanism: The external tuning knob turns smoothly, but the internal tuning dial cord has snapped and will need to be re-strung by the buyer to change stations.
* Cabinet: Structurally sound with no deep cracks. Shows typical minor surface scratches and scuffs from age and handling.
* Interior Chassis: Exceptionally clean silver chassis. 100% complete with all original vacuum tubes, intermediate-frequency (IF) transformers, tuning condensers, and factory paper labels present. No battery corrosion or rust.
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