Philco 1958 Predicta Clock Radio - Model H765-124 - Vacuum Tube - Black & White For Sale

This Predicta is one of the most iconic designs of the late fifties. It is becoming extremely sought after by collectors and vintage enthusiasts. Late fifties design in rare molded white color clock and black bottom. Desirable color option.Several cracks visible in the clock head, chips around the top by the buttons, please review pictures carefully and ask any questions you might have.

Picks up AM stations clearly and loudly up and down the dial without need of external antenna attachment. Cabinet is in good condition. The bottom section is mirror-glossy with no repairs no repaints. Few small chips on front top base corners. There is the usual chip along the front edge of the top clock push buttonsection. There are repaired cracks on the back, bottom, and sidesof the clock top plastic part. Has been repaired. The metal tuning and volume section plate are in excellent condition, little to no oxidation or rust. This radio is over 60 years old! Thebuttons on top are all original, matching and securely attached. These buttons often go missing. The clock gold metal trim surround is in excellent condition with no pitting no rust and securely attached. Clock clear cover is original in excellent condition with no cracks. Clock face black panel is in excellent condition with no fading, pitting, flaking or stains.

All paper and wax capacitors have been replaced with modern equivalents so this radio has another 50+ years or more of playing time! All the buttons on top work but the radio takes a longer time to turn off (and on) which is common among these Predictas.The radio has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected. All wiring has been thoroughly checked for possible bridging and weak solder connection. The clock works and keep accurate time. The clock movement is quiet as factory designed as it was the day it was new. No humming no buzzing no ticking noises. The alarm and the buzzer work.

DIMENSIONS: Approximately 11\" x 8\" x11\" (l x w x h). This will be double-boxed for shipping. If the shipping calculator overcharges you, I will refund the difference.