Vintage Montgomery Ward Airline Radio
Updated September 2, 2026
| Lot number | 10 |
| Category | Electronics & Gaming |
| Auction | Estate Sale 09_13_26 Castle |
| Date | September 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM MDT |
| Auction house | ATX Auctions Rock Springs |
| Location | Rock Springs, Wyoming |
Condition: Used - Very Good Damaged?: No In Packaging?: Yes Missing Parts?: No Functional?: Yes UPC: NOUPC{19440938} Vintage Montgomery Ward Airline Radio (Model GEN-1103A) from around 1957, a captivating piece of American audio history. This hybrid/valve tube radio operates on standard mains power or an obsolete 9V cylindrical battery pack. It comes with a stylish stitched red leather protective case equipped with an integrated carrying strap. The front features vertically aligned gold-toned block lettering spelling "AIRLINE," a textured brass speaker grille, and a circular off-white tuning dial. This radio is highly sought after by electronics restorers and mid-century design collectors, with working or repairable models frequently traded in online collector communities and auctions.
