1962 Admiral AM FM transistor portable

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I've had this radio for a number of years, its always been a favorite in my collection of 60's portable radios. This is an early AM FM, its from 1962 as indicated by early 62 date codes on all the caps. Its all original yet even though Im sure it could be improved with a recap. Its powered exclusively by 6 C cells. What I like about it is that its another Admiral that strongly reflects construction quality to that of a Zenith. Its all point to point with plug in transistors and built very solid. Its a heavy little set with a chromed die cast front frame. Its got a plastic back cover that clips on and is secured with a single coin screw on the bottom. The back cover is either vinyl or PVC as its quite flexible making it ideal for use on a portable. Its a good performing little radio and has a nice sound to it. Its compact too measuring at about 10X6X3.5". Like Zenith, Admiral also put the AM ferrite antenna inside the carry handle. I enjoy observing the obvious competetion between these two brands. I think Zenith was the innovators though, Admiral wanted to catch up and proove to Zenith that they weren't the only game in town who knew how to build a good radio.