$40.00 SOLD USD (Item #557)

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This is the earliest transistor radio I know of to use the phrase "Solid State" on it, which would become commonplace in following years. This Panasonic R-1038 is a beautifully styled radio probably from the mid-1960s. Made in Japan. Black with brushed aluminum front. Clear dial window. In excellent condition with no chips or cracks of any kind. Includes leatherette case. I tested the radio and got many stations at strong volume. Made in Japan.

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If you need an excuse for buying a vintage transistor radio, consider this: In times of inflation like these we're living in now, "hard assets" are a recognized "safe haven." Gold, diamonds, real estate—these have historically offered some protection from inflation.

So have collectibles. They're a "hard asset" just like those other things, but they're more fun to hold, more fun to own, and much more affordable. Anyway, that's been my theory for a long time now.

Of course I can't guarantee the future of prices in the collectibles market. But I can say from firsthand experience how much fun it is to collect these little radios.

You're invited to see my YouTube videos about them here.