This vintage six-tube, three-speaker Superheterodyne radio is not only a stunning piece of craftsmanship but also delivers excellent sound quality with its dipole antenna for FM and internal ferrite aerial for AM reception. The cabinet retains its charming 65 years of patina, having been lightly sanded and stained without losing its character. After a thorough restoration, including cleaning, polishing, and replacing defective parts, the radio operates flawlessly with responsive controls for bass, treble, and volume, while the newly installed magic eye indicator shines brightly and is responsive to station changes on FM. The pressboard back is mostly intact, showcasing the radio's well-preserved condition and historical significance.
Rare 1957 Metz Model 1309 German Tube Radio
Metz Transformatoren- und Apparatefabrik, established in 1938, swiftly rose to prominence as one of Germany’s leading electronics manufacturers, dedicating itself to producing high-quality sound and reception, in line with its motto, "Metz - always 1st class." This commitment to excellence positioned Metz as a key player in the electronics industry.
Nothing has been done to this radio that is not described here. THIS IS NOT A FULLY RESTORED RADIO but rather an original antique radio that has been inspected and repaired as necessary to make it function as it was originally intended. As with all of my radios, I have played this radio for hours several days a week before I put it up for sale. I do my best to describe every item in detail. Please look over the photos and contact me with any questions.
Vintage radios were manufactured decades ago in a time of relaxed electrical safety and with primitive technology as compared with today's standards. Many early radios were made with the metal chassis electrically connected to one side of the power cord. This can give you a strong shock if you happen to touch the radio chassis and anything else that is grounded at the same time. In addition, tubes can get very hot and cause serious burns if touched accidentally after the radio has been running for a while. These dangers are minimal if the complete cabinet, back, and knobs are all in place and no metal parts are exposed. Vintage Radio Electronics, whether restored or un-restored, are by nature hazardous due to their voltage, design, heat output and age. They should not be operated unattended, without adult supervision or for great lengths at a time. Any operation, adjustments or repairs are done at your own risk. None of the radios sold at this shop have been modified or upgraded to modern standards.