1936 Kadette "Jewel"

[decojoe67]

Originally Posted by dieseljeep

If possible, I'd like to see either the rear of the radio, with the back removed, or the chassis.
International Radio had specially designed parts to fit the small chassis, used in their sets.

It'll be a while before I can get pics of my set, so I linked a page that has pics and info. It does seem like a rather unique little chassis. I wonder how they perform??
http://www.radiomuseum.org/r/intern_..._jewel_40.html

[dieseljeep]

Originally Posted by decojoe67

It'll be a while before I can get pics of my set, so I linked a page that has pics and info. It does seem like a rather unique little chassis. I wonder how they perform??
http://www.radiomuseum.org/r/intern_..._jewel_40.html

They actually perform rather well!
By using the regular hank antenna, if should pick up most of the locals and a few of the "clear channel" distant stations.

[decojoe67]

Originally Posted by dieseljeep

They actually perform rather well!
By using the regular hank antenna, if should pick up most of the locals and a few of the "clear channel" distant stations.

I just got if off my repairman's bench and it does perform surprisingly well! The tone is the quality of a good cone speaker, which it actually is, but it's sensitive and produces good clear sound. The chassis was an easy fix and totally original. It never was serviced - until 80 years later!

[dieseljeep]

Originally Posted by decojoe67

I just got if off my repairman's bench and it does perform surprisingly well! The tone is the quality of a good cone speaker, which it actually is, but it's sensitive and produces good clear sound. The chassis was an easy fix and totally original. It never was serviced - until 80 years later!

Was the line cord resistor still good?
I looked at the pictures on the old radio website, which were great. Interesting set and a great find.

[decojoe67]

Originally Posted by dieseljeep

Was the line cord resistor still good?
I looked at the pictures on the old radio website, which were great. Interesting set and a great find.

Yes, the cord was fine. It even has the original bakelite plug! It just needed a recap. My repairman said it appears very likely, given the condition of the chassis and components, that the set was stored away in working condition. It showed no sign of problems or repairs. It may have even been a gift that was just never used! I took a gamble buying this set on eBay, but I'm very glad now that I did!