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zombie1210 09-16-2018 03:46 PM

1950's Crosley Clock Radio
 
Found this locally this morning. I'm not super sure of the model. Maybe an F-25?

Pretty amazing condition. It keeps time, and the radio sounds great. No cracks, scratches or gouges on the cabinet. Sleep timer. Alarm. I like it.

https://i.imgur.com/zV9DSjW.jpg?1

https://i.imgur.com/RFW7oPA.jpg?1

https://i.imgur.com/b57SR5b.jpg?1

Electronic M 09-16-2018 08:17 PM

That may be the same model as a green one I passed on a few years back

zombie1210 09-16-2018 08:45 PM

Aw dude....too cool to pass on!

Electronic M 09-16-2018 09:26 PM

I think the clock was broken...I don't do clock repairs, only electronics so I passed.

MadMan 09-17-2018 02:10 AM

Really handsome clock radio!

zombie1210 09-17-2018 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Electronic M (Post 3204035)
I think the clock was broken...I don't do clock repairs, only electronics so I passed.


I would have done the same.

This was a woman's grandfathers's clock. So I guess its a grandfather clock. :D

Seriously though, it could pass for new. No buzz when the volume is down, and when rotated a bit while tuning, the stations come in clear and with good tone.

There's even an electrical socket on the back so a person can use the alarm to turn on appliances, like a coffee maker. 1950's innovation. :smoke:
https://i.imgur.com/eSGuSNO.jpg?1

dieseljeep 09-17-2018 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Electronic M (Post 3204035)
I think the clock was broken...I don't do clock repairs, only electronics so I passed.

I looks like a Telechron movement! It probably just needed a rotor. Easy fix!

zombie1210 09-17-2018 11:30 AM

I just noticed that I forgot to put the sleep knob on back on after I dusted and wiped it down.

init4fun 09-17-2018 05:30 PM

Funny thing is that at twice the price of the "Crosley color clock radio" in the plain jane box , it likely has the exact same electrical components . It ain't the steak it's the sizzle ..... :D

init4fun 09-17-2018 05:34 PM

:thmbsp: Oh , and I forgot to say , I do like the looks of it , nice score !

:D PS , aren't you the guy who asked me if I have a warehouse for a hundred or so sets ? It seems you've been on quite the buying spree lately , not that there's anything wrong with that as long as ya got the room for them all :D

Electronic M 09-17-2018 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by init4fun (Post 3204051)
Funny thing is that at twice the price of the "Crosley color clock radio" in the plain jane box , it likely has the exact same electrical components . It ain't the steak it's the sizzle ..... :D

Every set in that ad except the one(s) with FM were probably the exact same AA5 circuit.

zombie1210 09-17-2018 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by init4fun (Post 3204051)
Funny thing is that at twice the price of the "Crosley color clock radio" in the plain jane box , it likely has the exact same electrical components . It ain't the steak it's the sizzle ..... :D

It's "V.I.P" that makes all the difference. :yes:

zombie1210 09-17-2018 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by init4fun (Post 3204052)
:thmbsp: Oh , and I forgot to say , I do like the looks of it , nice score !

:D PS , aren't you the guy who asked me if I have a warehouse for a hundred or so sets ? It seems you've been on quite the buying spree lately , not that there's anything wrong with that as long as ya got the room for them all :D


MY warehouse is not so large.
I'm now forced to focus on smaller radios, or give up a console or two. which I'm not going to do. :banana:

Small radios can occupy every nook, cranny, shelf, and alcove in my home. When that is full, some of the wife's crap will need to go. :D

Boobtubeman 09-17-2018 11:09 PM

Is that a SANGEAN near that clock??

SR

zombie1210 09-18-2018 10:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boobtubeman (Post 3204059)
Is that a SANGEAN near that clock??

SR

Yes. The Radio shack version.


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