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1941 Western Electric Bell System 302 Rotary Telephone – F1 Handset – VintageOwn an authentic piece of American telecommunications history!Offered here is a beautiful vintage Western Electric Bell System 302-style black rotary telephone featuring its classic metal-bodied construction, rotary dial and Bell System F1 handset.The phone has been opened and photographed, revealing period-dated internal components from 1941. The ringer assembly is visibly marked “3/41,” while the IND-101-A induction coil carries a “I 41” marking.These markings help document this telephone as an early-1940s Bell System telephone with 1941 components.FEATURES & DETAILS* Western Electric / Bell System
* 302-style black rotary desk telephone
* 1941-dated internal components
* Ringer assembly marked 3/41
* IND-101-A induction coil marked I 41
* Bell System F1 handset
* Handset marked “Made by Western Electric”
* Heavy metal base/body construction
* Classic rotary dial
* Vintage cloth-covered cord
* Original-style center number card showing 4958
* Brass ringer bells
* Original vintage character and patina
* Internal components appear remarkably completeCONDITIONThis is an approximately 85-year-old telephone and shows normal age-related wear, including scratches, scuffs, finish wear, oxidation and wear to the underside and feet.I have intentionally not heavily restored or polished the telephone, preserving its vintage appearance and patina.Please review all photographs carefully for the exact cosmetic condition. The photos show the actual telephone you will receive.FUNCTIONALITYThe telephone is untested and is being sold as-is. No guarantee is made regarding functionality or compatibility with modern telephone service.This would make an excellent addition to a Western Electric, Bell System, antique telephone, telecommunications or Americana collection. It would also make an outstanding vintage office display, movie/theater prop or restoration piece.📦 FAST & SECURE SHIPPINGThis substantial vintage telephone will be carefully packed and protected for shipment.Don’t miss the opportunity to own a genuine early Bell System telephone with documented 1941-dated components.
