I have a Capehart console phonograph radio console. Model has two different ones on different labels. On inside the metal model number is A1003M serial number 705262 60 cycle 105 watts. The unit turns on and plays the radio but I can't figure out how to turn on the phonograph. It's in fairly good condition, see photos.
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Your Capehart console phonograph radio console is made by Farnsworth Television and Radio Corp in 1950/1951
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So, you have a postwar console. Not many collectors have interest in postwar console radio/phonographs, unless they are something unique or unusual. Capehart's heyday was during the 30s and 40s. Their consoles of that period with record changer that will play a record, turn it over, play the other side then return it to the stack and select the next record have quite a bit of interest, but this changer was discontinued by Farnsworth in 1949.
On pure collectors value its worth $50 to $100, but to some it may be worth $300 or more. Consoles from 50s are dime a dozen on Craigslist. The price depends on the demand in your area, as it is usually sold with pick up only.
This one was sold for $77
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From what I have seen on eBay, asking prices are in the $175 range
Here's one like yours priced @ $100:
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This is a Capehart Farnsworth Model A1003M radio with record player.
I found a similar Capehart Radio-Phonograph Model #1003M
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I found similar Capehart- Tube Radio/Phonograph at $129
It is in Portage, Indiana, pick up only, have not put power to test components.
Consoles are not an easy sell so you may have difficulty selling it at any price. Your location will determine the final value of your console but if it is not all working then it may not sell for even $25.
Since you will have to 'test' your area, you could get it in working condition and list it at a higher price - $200-$400 - take offers. Leave it listed for several weeks and if no offers, lower the price and try again.
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