WWII DEUTSCHER KLEINEMPFANGER DKE 38 RADIO

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286. WWII DEUTSCHER KLEINEMPF?NGER DKE 38 RADIO | German Deutscher Kleinempf?nger DKE 38 radio, introduced in 1938 as an inexpensive mass-produced receiver intended to bring radio broadcasting into a wider range of German households. This Graetz-produced example has a dark Bakelite cabinet, circular cloth speaker grille, dual controls and central Third Reich eagle emblem. Rear panel identifies the Graetz Radio manufacture and GW 110?240 volt configuration. The DKE 38 became closely associated with the Nazi government's use of radio as a vehicle for mass communication and propaganda. From the Italian collection of Steno Tonelli. | 9" h. x 9.5" w. x 5" d. | Scattered surface scratches and wear to cabinet and some discoloration to speaker cloth. Appears largely complete. Untested. (Excellent Condition) for age. | $250 - $350

Condition
Scattered surface scratches and wear to cabinet and some discoloration to speaker cloth. Appears largely complete. Untested. (Excellent Condition) for age.