1950's Nordmende Othello Tube Radio

For sale is a beautiful, vintage Nordmende Othello tube radio from Western Germany. These radios are known for their exceptional build quality, warm tube sound, and striking tabletop presence. It's a feature-packed model that makes a stunning statement piece for any mid-century modern, retro, or eclectic living space. Key Features & Details: Brand: Nordmende Model: Othello (High Fidelity Series) Era: Late 1950s Cabinet: Gorgeous wood veneer with a high-gloss finish, classic woven grille cloth, and brass trim accents. Bands: Multi-band receiver covering FM, AM (BC), Shortwave (SW), and Longwave (LW). Unique Details: Features the rare built-in "Direction Finding" navigation graphic indicator on the dial and the classic "Magic Radio" tuning eye indicator display. Audio Controls: Piano-key selector buttons, specialized tone adjustments, and a pull-out Selectivity feature. Condition: Cosmetic: The wood cabinet is in great structural shape with a brilliant gloss shine. There is minor wear consistent with age, including some light finish hazing on the top surface and minor edge flea bites. The original dial glass is intact with clear lettering, though there are two faint lines of legacy tape residue on the glass face above the main knob. Technical: This radio powers on, but needs some attention to receive reception, so it's not yet fully functional. The magic eye tube does shine brightly! It's a fantastic candidate for a full electronic restoration or a Bluetooth conversion project. Sold as-is given its vintage nature. Bring home an authentic piece of West German engineering and mid-century audio history!