Bidspirit auction | Arvin Model 664 Bakelite Tabletop

Arvin Model 664 Bakelite Tabletop Radio - This item is located on the second floor. An Arvin Model 664 vacuum tube AM radio featuring a brown Bakelite case with Art Deco styling. The unit includes an integrated cream-colored carrying handle and a vertical louvered speaker grille with gold-toned cloth backing. The front panel is equipped with three control knobs and a square analog tuning dial marked with the Arvin brand name. A manufacturer label on the internal metal chassis identifies the unit as Model 664, Chassis RE-206, produced by Noblitt-Sparks Industries, Inc. of Columbus, Indiana. The label includes a red JU 48 stamp, indicating a June 1948 production date. The rear of the unit reveals the internal vacuum tube components and a metal chassis. Width: 11.5 inches Height: 8 inches The radio exhibits signs of age and use consistent with its period. Visible wear includes minor surface scuffs and light scratches to the Bakelite case. There is wear to the finish on the cream handle and oxidation present on the exposed metal chassis at the rear. Does not power on.