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!