Atwater Kent Model 55 Red Lion Cabinet Radio

Description

Atwater Kent Model 55 Red Lion Cabinet Radio.
Please note the power cord is frayed and we are unable to test this to see if it works.
The Model 55 radio was manufactured in 1929. At that time, furniture makers made cabinets to compliment the chassis of such high end radios. The Kiel Company, originally out of Milwaukee, was one of the more well known companies to do this. Originally, the price for these units was 5. Even though this was quite a large sum at the time, the "golden voiced table" was a big hit and they offered payment installment options which made it even more sought after, even if it meant customers had to save their income tax and budget for it. The Model 55 was built with quality in mind, advertised as a "outstanding achievement" and the payment plan also helped the business.