Deco Fada Dip-Top Alabaster/Red Catalin Tube Radio-L@@K Start Price USD 1,095.00 Current Price USD 1,095.00 Time Left 20 days 13 hours 7 minutes Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, October 30, 2008 End Time Wednesday, January 28, 2009 Location Toledo, Ohio See more about 'Deco Fada Dip-Top Alabaster/Red Catalin Tube Radio-L@@K' Description *Please read full description before placing your bid* Another stunning radio to consider for your art deco home display, office credenza;  a perfect unique gift for that special someone!!!  Offered for your consideration is an cute little deco Fada #711 "Dip-Top" marbleized alabaster Catalin Tube Radio  made circa 1946.  Pristine condition having no cracks, chips, nicks, dings, scratches,  or repairs.   There is a mild heat mark on the cabinet as shown in the pictures, a normal consequence from everyday use.   John Sideli in his book “The last in the Fada line of Catalin models.  Prime examples are pretty scarce.”  The red polystyrene marbleized knobs and handle are factory original and have no damage.  The fiberboard back and chassis are also very clean.  The chassis is clean and complete and currently playing well, I was able to pick up 3-4 stations.   If you are looking for a handsome addition to your collection, please consider this beauty or one of three dozen other choice condition catalin radios I have listed.   I am also listing many art deco bakelite and chrome clocks and barometers from a recent collection I purchased.  There is something for everyone in all price ranges, so be sure to bookmark my eBay store.   Please email me with any questions. Be sure to view my other auctions as most are offered with no reserve and you can make offers. PLEASE VIEW MY OTHER AUCTIONS FOR MORE ART DECO BAKELITE AND CATALIN MID CENTURY VINTAGE VACUUM TUBE RADIOS, FACTORY ORIGINAL PARTS AND QUALITY REPRODUCTION PARTS FOR MANY OLD RADIOS. I HAVE BEEN SELLING ON EBAY FOR TEN YEARS HAVING BEEN INVOLVED IN OVER 5000 TRANSACTIONS. I GUARANTEE EVERYTHING I SELL AND ALWAYS HAVE TO BE AS DESCRIBED OR YOUR MONEY BACK! BID WITH CONFIDENCE, BECAUSE YOUR SATISFACTION IS GUARANTEED! COMMENT- Please read the entire description and view the pictures. This will help you fully understand the item you are bidding on.   MAKE- Fada   MODEL- #711, "Dip-Top   YEAR- 1946   CASE MATERIAL- Catalin, the Gem of Plastics   SIZE- 9 3/4” W x  5 3/4” H x 4 7/8” D   CONDITION- This radio is in excellent condition containing no cracks, chips, nicks, dings, deep scratches, or repairs, now or in the past. The red marbleized knobs and handle are factory original in excellent condition.   The grill screen appears to have been professionally re-flocked at one time.  The cabinet has been hand refinished/polished to display the color as when sold new nearly 65 years ago.  No machine sanding, this was done entirely by hand.  This radio is ready to be displayed, played, and enjoyed.    No cosmetic restoration/repair was necessary.   CHASSIS/PLAYING CONDITION-The chassis is clean, complete, and I was able to pick up 3-4 stations that were clear. As a reminder, these vintage catalin radios are not recommended for everyday use, nor should they be played for extended periods of time as that could cause tube burns to the cabinet.   BID WITH CONFIDENCE AS ALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED TO BE AS DESCRIBED. Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed and has been for the past ten years of selling on eBay. If you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason, you may return it within five days for a full refund of your purchase price. The five-day period will be determined by the USPS Delivery Confirmation date. The buyer is responsible for all shipping charges. You must contact us by e-mail within the five-day period. See our eBay About Me page!! PLEASE READ Please make sure you know exactly what you are bidding on before you place your bid! I always honestly describe the cosmetic and mechanical condition of these radios. If you have any further questions after reading the description and viewing the pictures please email me prior to bidding. Be sure to check out my other auctions for more great art deco radios and other collectibles! BID RESTRICTIONS If any bid retractions or cancellations occur (bid retractions and cancellations can artificially manipulate the selling price) we reserve the right to void the sale. If you have zero feedback or excessive negatives, please contact us prior to bidding so that we may verify you as an honest bidder, otherwise we reserve the right to cancel your bid. SHIPPING INFORMATION I normally ship by the U.S. Postal Service and I use Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation and Insurance. BUYER PAYS ALL SHIPPING CHARGESPriority Mail shipping is contingent upon weight of the package, but it usually runs $20-$30 total for a single radio.We will normally ship your item within 48 hours of your payment clearing! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING INFORMATION We will determine the international shipping costs after the sale and the country is determined. PAYMENT INFORMATION All payments must be in US dollars. I accept PayPal, check, money order, and credit cards. Any and all refunds will be in US dollars for the purchase price only, so when bidding internationally please take this into account. Sorry, but I do not accept escrow. Place a Bid!