1959 Philco Safari, H2010

[manhattanman]

The following is copied from my December 18th, 2019 Facebook page:

The first truly portable transistorized television, a 1959 Philco Safari (Model H2010). This little gem retailed for $250.00 and was operated using either a battery or alternating current.

Based on a CPI inflation calculator, $250.00 in 1959 equals $2,209.69 in 2019.

I acquired this set on Facebook Marketplace. It was free! Took a train to Queens and picked it up this morning (12/18/19). The fifth picture shows the set as it appeared in the Marketplace advertisement. It was found in an attic and was filthy. Still needs cleaning, polishing and detailing. Untested.

Linked here is a 1959 Philco Safari television advertisement:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgVYiuLZ47g