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Beautiful 1939 Belmont Antique Bakelite Tube Radio

Classic Art Deco Design - Restored w/warranty by ADR
Item number: 320254282448
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Beautiful 1939 Belmont Antique Bakelite Tube Radio
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Winning bid:US $241.25 

Ended:May-24-08 19:50:49 PDT
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Item location:MIDWEST, United States
History:21 bids
Winning bidder:luxurylovers( 642Feedback score is 500 to 999)

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Starting time:May-19-08 19:50:49 PDT
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Product Type : Vacuum Tube RadioTime Period: 1939
Exact Type : Model 636Brand: Belmont
radio type & accessories : (6)tube AM(BC)Band




* 1939 Belmont Tube Radio ~ Model 636 *

  For your consideration is a beautiful example of a fully restored 1939 Belmont Bakelite Tube Radio, Model 636. The classic Art Deco designed swirl bakelite cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks or chips and has been taken through my ALL Natural polishing procedure(no artificial or enhancers used). One look at the last photo and it will give you an idea of how much work went into this cabinet to bring it back to life once again. The complete restoration took over two weeks to complete with many details added such as: New reproduction dial cover from my mold shop,custom backing & label with the original loop antenna attached on the inside, all 5 new station tabs for the preset buttons added as well as the clear plastic covers over them,new dial bulb(looks great lit up),several tubes replaced,capacitors replaced,new plug/cord,all moving parts lubricated as well as the pushbutton mechanism(all preset pushbuttons work great),full alignment for optimal reception(radio sounds great with excellent reception). The original label on the bottom is fully intact,radio measures 11"wide x 7"tall x 6"deep.

This Belmont model is one of my favorite cabinet designs and with the wrap-around louvers,molded trim & detailing,preset buttons,& tuning knob on the right side...it surely sets this radio apart from other cabinet designs(of course I would expect nothing less from Belmont). And as always my tube radios come with a 90 day electronics warranty and with a starting bid of only one penny! Thanks for looking! - JW of Art Deco Radios

I'm starting this auction out at NO RESERVE ,* * 5 DAY AUCTION * *,ENDING SATURDAY NIGHT, so here's your chance to own a beautifully Restored Classic Belmont tube radio ready to display & play!

PAYMENT IS BY PAYPAL ONLY WITHIN 48 HOURS OF AUCTION CLOSING. SHIPPING IS $25.00,BUBBLE WRAPPED,TRIPLE BOXED,AND FULLY INSURED FOR SAFE DELIVERY.(INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS CONTACT ME FIRST FOR SHIPPING QUOTE).

Thank you for looking & may God bless our Troops serving around the world.

** RESTORATION PROCESS **

1. ELECTRONICS- Chassis cleaned,tubes checked and replaced as needed,capacitors & electrolytic's replaced, new plug/cord & dial bulb replaced,potentiometer's lubricated,alignment checked, dial string & other misc.parts replaced if needed,audio tested for a minimum of 12 hours.

2. WOOD CABINET RADIOS- I specialize in Custom antique refinishing...including Antique hand-rubbed Oil,Satin, Lacquer,& Tung Oil Varnish top coats.My experience in Antique restoration includes Victorian,Americana,Consoles,Tombstone,Cathedral,& bakelite radios. 

3. BAKELITE CABINET'S- I have 20 years experience in professional polishing & Antique Restoration. Bakelite cabinets are taken through a 3 step process that takes a minumum of 12 hours and up to 2 days depending on the condition of the cabinet. No Coatings are used on the bakelite to enhance the finish.I do not use Poly's, Wax,Simi-chrome,Novus,Glay-Zit,Sprays,etc,in my restoration process. All detailed cleaning,polishing,& buffing is done by hand just the way I was taught by a professional polisher 25 years ago. This process takes many long hours and great attention to detail, but the outcome is worth it because the result is a beautifully restored cabinet with nothing but a pure bakelite shine!

4. GUARANTEE- All of my restored radios come with a 90 day guarantee(parts, labor,& return shipping at no cost to the buyer. Buyer is only responsible for insured shipping cost to me if there is a problem with the radio). I treat my ebay customers with the same excellent service I provide for my online & local radio customers.

* SATISFIED EBAY CUSTOMERS *

* Wonderful Radio - Extremely Safe Packaging - Informative Emails - THE BEST!!!!!!

* Seller has a true care and appreciation for what he does and it shows. Flawless.

* The wood restoration is amazing! A work of art from a true craftsman. Stunning!

* This gentleman is a true craftsmam, artist and professional. The very best.

* Simply this guy's the best. Exquisite workmanship. Better investment than gold.

* everthing about this seller/transaction is first class--esp. packing+++++

* This Guy is a real PRO! Beautiful refinish job on this radio. Great service!

* Excellent Packing. The BEST communication. The best eBayer I have dealt with!

Ebayers with (0) feedback please contact me first prior to bidding. Thank you 



















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Q: Hi, What would be the cost for registered post/packing to Brisbane, Australia? Thank you, Peter May-23-08
A: Hello, actual shipping cost for Priority Air(6-10 day delivery)insured for $300 is $60.75 to Australia. As your probably aware...Australia is one of the...more
Q: gorgeous radio! i can't afford to bid on it but clearly your restoration work is in a class by itself. good luck!May-23-08
A: Hello & thank you for the kind words. Have a nice Memorial Day. - OUR Troops need OUR support! ADR
Q: dear art_deco_radios, what kind of compound or polish or chemical or whatever did you use to bring the bakelite back to its original brilliance....moreMay-23-08
A: Hello, I use a natural polishing method that I came up with especially for bakelite over 10 years ago...no chemicals,liquid/spray polishers, or enhancers...just...more
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