Zenith R600 Trans - Oceanic Multiband Radio Short Wave Magnet Tube Portable 1955
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:4420643 | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
| Brand: Zenith |
Zenith R600 Trans-Oceanic Multiband Radio Short Wave Magnet Tube Portable 1955
Iconic Zenith R600 Trans-Oceanic multiband shortwave radio with wave-magnet technology. The R600 was produced in 1955-56. This radio is in cosmetically very nice condition; all the dials and buttons seem to function as intended. However, the unit doesn't power up; it needs some work.
The retractable antenna is in good condition and extends an insanely long distance. The unit includes a very long ex...ternal antenna wire. The model was designed to run via mains or battery. This unit has the battery connector wire, but no external battery. It appears that the power cord may have been replaced (it is not connected to the spring-loaded reel described below).
Aesthetically, this is a gorgeous old machine. Please view photos carefully before bidding, as they are considered part of the description. Let me know if you have any specific questions.
From Wikipedia: Zenith's founder, Commander Eugene F. McDonald, was a great admirer of advanced technological development and believed that his company's products should include the latest, most practical advances in a well-built product that continued to enhance the company's reputation. Of the many products of Zenith Radio, the 'Trans-Oceanic' series of portable radios were among the most famous.
McDonald was a keen yachtsman and outdoorsman and wished for a portable radio that would provide entertainment broadcasts as well as being able to tune into weather, marine and international shortwave stations too. He asked his company's engineers to develop prototypes to meet his criteria and by 1940 they had concept sets that were ready for production.
Today, the Trans-Oceanic is still popular among collectors and non-collectors alike. A cult-like following has developed around the receivers, with earlier tube or valve versions prized by radio collectors, resulting in the availability of many working models and replacement parts.
Zenith Trans-Oceanic Multi-Band Tube Radio, Model Y600, circa 1956-57.After 1953, there was competition to the Trans-Oceanic from both Hallicrafters, with their 'Trans-World' series sets, and RCA, with their 'Strato-World' models. In the spring of 1954, the 600 series was introduced with its 'slide-rule' type dial and a mains supply cord which coils inside the set on a spring-loaded reel. This model stayed in production, with minor changes, until the end of the T/O tube era in 1962. This "600" series used several letters to denote minor changes: L600 in 1954, R600 in 1955, T600 for 1955-56, Y600 for 1956-57, A600 for 1958, and B600 for 1959-62. Production for the 600 series was 270, 000. The 600 series used six tubes: (2) 1U4, 1L6, 1L5, 3V4, and 50A1.
Hey, thanks for taking the time to visit my auction. I'm a stay-at-home mom trying to make extra income on eBay. I have been selling (and buying) since 1999 and truly enjoy the eBay experience. Because I am not an expert in any field, I may omit something which is of importance to you. Please feel free to ask specific questions about the item you are interested in. We are a non-smoking household with one cat. That said, many items are from tag sales, thrift stores, estate sales, etc. and I am not the original owner. I will certainly describe any detectable odors.
My shipping charges are based upon many factors (the time it takes me to do the description, size of the item and the amount of packing materials it will require for it to be "Post Office Proof, " gasoline for the car, tape/envelopes, and my time, etc.) and feel that the shipping charges are very fair, so please don't ask me to participate in the "exact postage campaign." Note: eBay has now started charging sellers a 10% final value fee on shipping charges! Payment must be received within 3 days of the close of the auction. If no contact is made from buyer within 48 hours of auction end, item may be relisted or offered to another bidder.
Thank you for your interest in my auction, good luck should you decide to bid. Peace, Lisa
"Women and cats do what they do, there is nothing a man can do about it." Robert A. Heinlein
Iconic Zenith R600 Trans-Oceanic multiband shortwave radio with wave-magnet technology. The R600 was produced in 1955-56. This radio is in cosmetically very nice condition; all the dials and buttons seem to function as intended. However, the unit doesn't power up; it needs some work.
The retractable antenna is in good condition and extends an insanely long distance. The unit includes a very long ex...ternal antenna wire. The model was designed to run via mains or battery. This unit has the battery connector wire, but no external battery. It appears that the power cord may have been replaced (it is not connected to the spring-loaded reel described below).
Aesthetically, this is a gorgeous old machine. Please view photos carefully before bidding, as they are considered part of the description. Let me know if you have any specific questions.
From Wikipedia: Zenith's founder, Commander Eugene F. McDonald, was a great admirer of advanced technological development and believed that his company's products should include the latest, most practical advances in a well-built product that continued to enhance the company's reputation. Of the many products of Zenith Radio, the 'Trans-Oceanic' series of portable radios were among the most famous.
McDonald was a keen yachtsman and outdoorsman and wished for a portable radio that would provide entertainment broadcasts as well as being able to tune into weather, marine and international shortwave stations too. He asked his company's engineers to develop prototypes to meet his criteria and by 1940 they had concept sets that were ready for production.
Today, the Trans-Oceanic is still popular among collectors and non-collectors alike. A cult-like following has developed around the receivers, with earlier tube or valve versions prized by radio collectors, resulting in the availability of many working models and replacement parts.
Zenith Trans-Oceanic Multi-Band Tube Radio, Model Y600, circa 1956-57.After 1953, there was competition to the Trans-Oceanic from both Hallicrafters, with their 'Trans-World' series sets, and RCA, with their 'Strato-World' models. In the spring of 1954, the 600 series was introduced with its 'slide-rule' type dial and a mains supply cord which coils inside the set on a spring-loaded reel. This model stayed in production, with minor changes, until the end of the T/O tube era in 1962. This "600" series used several letters to denote minor changes: L600 in 1954, R600 in 1955, T600 for 1955-56, Y600 for 1956-57, A600 for 1958, and B600 for 1959-62. Production for the 600 series was 270, 000. The 600 series used six tubes: (2) 1U4, 1L6, 1L5, 3V4, and 50A1.
Hey, thanks for taking the time to visit my auction. I'm a stay-at-home mom trying to make extra income on eBay. I have been selling (and buying) since 1999 and truly enjoy the eBay experience. Because I am not an expert in any field, I may omit something which is of importance to you. Please feel free to ask specific questions about the item you are interested in. We are a non-smoking household with one cat. That said, many items are from tag sales, thrift stores, estate sales, etc. and I am not the original owner. I will certainly describe any detectable odors.
My shipping charges are based upon many factors (the time it takes me to do the description, size of the item and the amount of packing materials it will require for it to be "Post Office Proof, " gasoline for the car, tape/envelopes, and my time, etc.) and feel that the shipping charges are very fair, so please don't ask me to participate in the "exact postage campaign." Note: eBay has now started charging sellers a 10% final value fee on shipping charges! Payment must be received within 3 days of the close of the auction. If no contact is made from buyer within 48 hours of auction end, item may be relisted or offered to another bidder.
Thank you for your interest in my auction, good luck should you decide to bid. Peace, Lisa
"Women and cats do what they do, there is nothing a man can do about it." Robert A. Heinlein
