{"product_id":"selga-405-soviet-pocket-transistor-radio","title":"Selga 405 Soviet Pocket Transistor Radio – Working, with Leather Case, 1970s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Selga 405 is a Soviet portable transistor radio produced in the mid-1970s at the Radiotehnika factory in Riga, Latvia, then part of the USSR. This working Selga 405 comes in a black plastic case with its original genuine leather carrying case, and has the distinctive circular tuning dial that gives it a space-age look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selga (Radiotehnika)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 405\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBands:\u003c\/strong\u003e LW (ДВ) and MW\/SW (СВ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9V battery (PP3 \/ 6F22 \/ \"Krona\"), not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earphone jack, external power input, leather strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic body with leather protective case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-1970s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR (Riga, Latvia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed, working. The radio powers on, the tuning dial turns smoothly and the volume control works. The plastic body is intact with no cracks. The leather case shows authentic age-related wear and patina. The battery compartment is clean, with no sign of old battery leakage, and the original battery connector is functional. Radio reception on the LW and MW bands depends on broadcasts available in your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRiga's Radiotehnika factory was one of the best-known makers of Soviet consumer audio, and the Selga name appeared on portable radios that were popular across the USSR. The Selga 405 is a compact, pocketable set that looks good on display and is a fine addition to a collection of Soviet electronics. Having the original leather case with it adds to the period feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelga 405 transistor radio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal genuine leather carrying case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67681923891349,"sku":"EBAY-407189576186","price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/selga-405-soviet-pocket-transistor-radio-1.jpg?v=1791722081","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/selga-405-soviet-pocket-transistor-radio","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}