Vintage Sentinel Bakelite Tube Radio AM/Shortwave-Scope Loop Aerial 1941 For Sale

Rare Vintage Sentinel tabletop shortwave radio
A streamlined black Bakelite case with horizontal ribbing and four original brown knobs. The illuminated dial covers Standard Broadcast (55–160) and Shortwave (6–18 MC), with the shortwave meter bands (49M, 31M, 25M, 19M, 16M) marked on the dial. The back is labeled-Scope Loop Aerial for Better Radio Reception,” and the big loop antenna is intact.Model 264 is listed as a 1941/42 Sentinel with broadcast plus shortwave (5.7–18.3 MHz), a 6-tube superheat with a built-in loop antenna

Condition

• Dial lights up when plugged in. I have not tested reception, so this is sold as-is for display, parts, or restoration.
• Dial glass and printing are clean and legible.
• Bakelite has a visible worn/discolored patch on top, light dust, and minor surface wear.
• Cardboard back panel has chips and edge wear.
• Original cloth power cord is frayed. Do not use it without replacing the cord and having the radio checked by a qualified technician.
• Tubes appear present, but I have not checked them.