
Onyx Green and Yellow Swirl Catalin 1946 FADA Model 1000 Vacuum Tube AM Radio Amazing! Excellent+ Condition!
Onyx Green and Yellow Swirl Catalin 1946 FADA Model 1000 Vacuum Tube AM Radio Amazing! Excellent+ Condition! DESCRIPTION: Tabletop vacuum tube AM radio manufactured by FADA in the 1946 time frame in excellent working and physical condition. This iconic design represents the essence of vintage radio collecting. Model named "The Streamliner" by Fada also known as the "Bullet" among collectors. FADA stands for Frank Angelo D'Andrea born 1888 Salerno Italy and founder of FADA company. This is one of the most recognizable radios of the art deco period. Highest quality materials were expensive back then. The design shape is the perfect combination of curves, angles, and color. It would be hard for other manufacturers to imitate this design without seeming like a copy cat. Was owned by the late Les Richter, pro-NFL Hall of Famer and NASCAR executive. CABINET CONDITION: Cabinet is original molded green Catalin that has aged to an onyx green color. Bottom is less yellowed. Not repainted. Not to