Condition:Very Good (moderate surface wear, appears complete, not officially tested for working condition)
Value:$125-$300 (depending on condition and working status)
Maker's Marks / Writing:Hallicrafters World-Wide branding on dial, world map, and front panel.
Date:2025-07-02 05:05:36.524754
Description:
This is a Hallicrafters World-Wide Model portable radio from the mid-20th century, likely dating between the late 1940s and early 1960s. It features a leatherette-covered portable case, a carry handle, and a world time map on the interior lid, along with a large multi-band shortwave dial, dual tuning knobs, and indicators for global reception. The unit sports prominent brass trim, classic red knobs, and a classic mid-century industrial aesthetic. Hallicrafters was renowned for producing quality shortwave and communications radios for both civilian and military use.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A well-preserved example of a Hallicrafters portable shortwave radio, prized among collectors of vintage electronics and mid-century design. Its global reception capabilities and portability made it popular in its day. The visual appeal and originality of the case and controls enhance its value. If in working order, this radio has good collectible appeal.
Individual Images:
The photo shows clear details of the case
dial panel
and world map chart. Notable are the intact Hallicrafters logo
world time chart
complete tuning dials
and relatively well-preserved leatherette covering. No major dings or cracks observed
some expected surface wear especially near the edges.
Provenance:
No provenance documents visible in the provided image.
Condition:
Very Good (moderate surface wear, appears complete, not officially tested for working condition)
Identification Score: 98%
The distinctive branding, dial design, and case features confirm the identification as a Hallicrafters World-Wide tube radio from the postwar era.
Authenticity Score: 90%
All visible components — including styling, labels, construction, and materials — indicate originality, with no obvious signs of recent modification. Age-appropriate wear is visible. A word about fakes.. While reproductions exist in some electronics, Hallicrafters radios are typically less subject to fakery than more expensive audiophile or luxury models.
Image Memory Note
Hallicrafters portable tube radio; mid-century; notable world map; branded handle; brass trim; no major damage visible.
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