Panasonic - RF-100Y Portable radio

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Panasonic RF-100Y, a Japan-made 4-band transistor radio from circa 1968, is in very good physical condition and has been tested and is working, weighing about 4 kg with no extras.

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Vintage National Panasonic RF-100Y 4-Band Transistor Radio - Japan (c. 1968)
National Panasonic Model RF-100Y portable 4-band transistor radio, manufactured in Japan by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Renowned for its "Hi-Fi Sound Deluxe" build quality, this heavy-duty portable radio features a stunning brushed aluminum and chrome front grill that perfectly captures the space-age aesthetic of its era.
Equipped with a 12-transistor, 8-diode chassis, it offers exceptional reception depth across four bands: FM, MW, SW1, and SW2. The back of the unit features a highly collectible, rotating manual World Time Table dial for calculating international time zones—a feature highly sought after by shortwave and vintage tech enthusiasts.
Specifications:
Brand: National Panasonic (Matsushita Electric)
Model: RF-100Y
Country of Origin: Japan
Era: Circa 1967–1969
Bands: FM (87-108 Mc), MW (525-1605 Kc), SW1 (2.3-7 Mc), SW2 (7-22 Mc)
Power: 220V/110V AC cord or 6x "D" size (UM-1) 9V batteries.
Connections: Earphone (EP), Phono, Earth, AM Ant, MPX Out, Stereo In.
Exceptional vintage condition externally. The front fascia, chrome handle, tuning dials, and the long telescopic antenna are exceptionally clean and well-preserved.

The battery compartment shows signs of age.

Vintage National Panasonic RF-100Y 4-Band Transistor Radio - Japan (c. 1968)
National Panasonic Model RF-100Y portable 4-band transistor radio, manufactured in Japan by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Renowned for its "Hi-Fi Sound Deluxe" build quality, this heavy-duty portable radio features a stunning brushed aluminum and chrome front grill that perfectly captures the space-age aesthetic of its era.
Equipped with a 12-transistor, 8-diode chassis, it offers exceptional reception depth across four bands: FM, MW, SW1, and SW2. The back of the unit features a highly collectible, rotating manual World Time Table dial for calculating international time zones—a feature highly sought after by shortwave and vintage tech enthusiasts.
Specifications:
Brand: National Panasonic (Matsushita Electric)
Model: RF-100Y
Country of Origin: Japan
Era: Circa 1967–1969
Bands: FM (87-108 Mc), MW (525-1605 Kc), SW1 (2.3-7 Mc), SW2 (7-22 Mc)
Power: 220V/110V AC cord or 6x "D" size (UM-1) 9V batteries.
Connections: Earphone (EP), Phono, Earth, AM Ant, MPX Out, Stereo In.
Exceptional vintage condition externally. The front fascia, chrome handle, tuning dials, and the long telescopic antenna are exceptionally clean and well-preserved.

The battery compartment shows signs of age.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Panasonic
Model
RF-100Y
Physical condition
Very good
Number of objects
1
Includes
No extra's
Weight
4 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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Objects sold
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