05-31-2013, 06:53 PM
Hi,
You have a 1939 Philco TH14, introduced in January 1939. You can find a picture of this model in the Philco Gallery on this site. Evidently not that common of a set. It works on either AC or DC current. As for using it, I wouldn't try using it until it has been thoroughly checked over. The original capacitors in old radio's are questionable at best, plus some radio's from this time use rubber insulated wire that has dried out and deteriorated, which could cause short circuits that are hazardous to you and the radio itself. You may be able to find someone in your area that can look it over for you. Check the internet for Antique radio clubs in your area and contact them. It shouldn't be very involved to restore it to playing condition. Nice little set! Good luck with it.
Kevin
You have a 1939 Philco TH14, introduced in January 1939. You can find a picture of this model in the Philco Gallery on this site. Evidently not that common of a set. It works on either AC or DC current. As for using it, I wouldn't try using it until it has been thoroughly checked over. The original capacitors in old radio's are questionable at best, plus some radio's from this time use rubber insulated wire that has dried out and deteriorated, which could cause short circuits that are hazardous to you and the radio itself. You may be able to find someone in your area that can look it over for you. Check the internet for Antique radio clubs in your area and contact them. It shouldn't be very involved to restore it to playing condition. Nice little set! Good luck with it.
Kevin
