[nocusr]

I have an opportunity to acquire this radio-phono, but the owner wants me to make an offer. Tried searching images, but no luck. I really don't "need" it (do any of us really need more radios?), but it looks to be in great cosmetic shape, and I have the "sickness". Any thoughts on a fair offer. Thanks.        

[morzh]

I am not sure what radio it is, but seems like a 1950 AM/FM set. Or from 1948, possibly one similar to 48-1264.

In any case, it is a console, and those are hard to get rid of, so, out of the goodness of my heart I'd offer $50.
I am sure during a swapmeet that would go for even less.
But less than $50 could be uncomfortable to offer, and $50 is not much money, so, were I inclined to get this specific one, I'd go for $50.


PS. For whatever reason you duplicated this thread, so I deleted the other one.

[GarySP]

I think you have a chance at purchasing a 48-1286, based on the cabinet hardware. Only 8700 were produced, so it is a rarer model. It is also in relatively good condition. That being said it is a console and they aren't as popular due to space constraints. $50.00 is a good place to start with. Let us know what you do. Take care and BE HEALTHY! Gary

[nocusr]

The consensus is $50, which is what I was thinking. I've sworn off repairing phonos , but what's one more? Thanks for removing the duplicate posting, morzh, I edited the text and apparently things didn't go as planned. I'll make the offer and see what happens. Thanks all for your replies.

[jrblasde]

I swore one console was enough, but now I see a nice looking 47-1227 down in Muskogee!   I am trying to resist the temptation!

[morzh]

The only ones I am getting from the 1940-s, if ever, are the 1948 Sheraton or Hepplewhite. Not interested in the rest.

[jrblasde]

I am curious, as I have seen those names before. Where did the nicknames of Sheraton and Hepplewhite come from?

[morzh]

Thomas Sheraton gave his name to the style. That is others in 19 century took his name and assigned it to the style.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Sheraton
George Hepplewhite was as well a famous 18 century cabinetmaker.

Together with Thomas Chippendale they are considered the "Big trio" of 18 century English furniter manufacturers.

[jrblasde]

Thanks, that makes sense. I searched Hepplewhite on Google, and saw some fancy dining chairs.

[GarySP]

Nocusr, did you ever get this radio? - Gary

Found another tidbit of interest on your radio, the scratch eliminator. Here's a little information about this unit.
https://www.google.com/search?client=fir...1286+radio
Rider's How It Works, page 25 under Audio Noise Suppression. This feature made its' debut on this model!
Looking forward to seeing your pictures! - Gary