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1959 Philco T45-124

Coat pocket radio, thermoplastic cabinet
5 15/16 x 3 11/16 x 1 3/8 inches / 135 x 94 x 35 mm
4 transistors (T-1502, T-1503, T-1505, T-1542), 1 diode
Four 1.5v AA cells
Made by Philco, USA

A snazzy coat pocket radio from Philco made in 1959, yet only four transistors to its name. By comparison, the 1956/57 Philco T7 series used seven transistors.

Philco T45-124

Philco T45-124

Philco T45-124 chassis

Philco T45-124 chassis

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