First made in the Depression year of 1933, Hallicrafters radios were among the most ground-breaking short-wave radios. Based in Chicago for nearly fifty years, the company helped to establish the underground hobby of "ham" radio operating in America. Aiming for home users, Hallicrafters was committed to producing high-quality electronics at affordable prices. After developing a significant line of receivers and transmitters in the '30s. Hallicrafters became a key player in military radio manufacturing during World War II. After the war, they initiated a new line of consumer electronics, including radio phonograph units of all shapes and sizes, AM/FM receivers, clock radios in brightly colored Bakelite case, and television receivers. Some of the Ham radio products became classics, much of this equipment is still in use today, and is sought after by nostalgia buffs and collectors. This new, complete book covers every known Hallicrafters model and accessory. A comprehensive history of the company is provided in detail for each one, along with dates of production, customer options, color and design variations, and accompanying power sources and tube types. This book is perfect for anyone interested in the history of radio use and technology, and is absolutely indispensable for Hallicrafters collectors. A current price guide is included, compiled by the past two decades' most avid Hallicrafters collector.
Price: $22.75
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