Adorable 1940 Ward's Airline Model 04BR-512A Radio, Electronically Restored!

Description

Many years ago I stumbled across this super cute little (8”w x 5.5”h x 4.5”d) radio at a yard sale in New Hampshire and decided, despite the flaws in it’s adorable little bakelite case, that I couldn’t pass it up, so I took it home, restored it electronically, and have been listening to it ever since. It’s an Airline Model 04BR-512A, made for and sold by Montgomery Ward in 1940, and the pictures tell it all, except to say that for such a small 5-tube set that was doubtless marketed for its design appeal, it’s also quite the performer, playing loud and clear and picking up stations from quite a distance. The original paint is good, and the cracks in the casing are tight and have not spread one millimeter in all the years I’ve had (and played) the radio in my office. If you’ve always wanted one of these but were holding out for one that was restored and worked perfectly, this is your lucky day! (Trust me, these little sets are not easy to work on!) Best of all, I offer it here with NO RESERVE – high bidder takes it!
I will ship this item ONLY within the United States. If you live elsewhere and are interested in it, please contact me before bidding so we can discuss the shipping charges, which can be very expensive outside the U.S. I ship once a week (whenever possible). Having received, over the years, some items that did not survive shipping, I always take care to pack very carefully. If you prefer, I will be happy to drop it off at a nearby UPS store and have it professionally packed and shipped at your expense. I reserve the right to raise or lower the shipping charges should they prove to be significantly different than those determined by the shipping calculator. I reserve the right to refuse sale to anyone with excessive negative feedback or an otherwise suspicious history. Payment is due within three (3) days of the auction's close. Due to its age I am selling this item without any warranty. All sales are final. I am not a dealer, and don’t have a big operation with a staff, so I would appreciate your patience while I take the time to pack your items with the care they deserve.
Be sure to see all the pictures! I'll be happy to answer any questions you may have, but please try to ask as early as possible, as it sometimes takes me a while to get to my email. Please see my other listings, as I am running out of space and am thinning out my collection considerably. I have several fine items up on Ebay right now, and will be listing many more in the weeks and months to come, so please keep checking. Good luck and happy bidding!