Crosley Radio CR31-PA Companion Radio

by Crosley

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 7.6 x 12.7 inches ; 4.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FKJ1S2
• Item model number: CR31-PA
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #100,129 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 17, 2006

Product Description

"Happy Days are Here Again" went the most popular tune of 1930, but for most Depression-era Americans, the sentiment amounted to wishful thinking. In 1932, Hoover was defeated by FDR by a landslide. After this runaway victory, it became apparent that FDR embodied an optimism and speaking voice that seemed tailor-made for radio. He delivered regular radio addresses to the nation known as "Fireside Chats." But FDR's chats weren' the only thing Americans were listening to. Americans were relying upon radio as their evening entertainment. The tunes and talk were enjoyed on radio sets just like Crosley's Companion. Careful attention to detail makes this mini, yet magnificent, Cathedral-style radio as authentic as the 1930's original.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Looks & The Guts, July 31, 2009

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Inked Phoenix (Sacramento, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Crosley Radio CR31-PA Companion Radio (Electronics)

I own this radio by "accident" finding it at a discount store at a price I couldn't resist. I felt like I stole it. It is well worth the money the product is listed for.
It is a beautiful, excellent quality radio. I listen to mostly AM talk radio, and it has great reception and excellent sound depth. Keep in mind I live in an area where it isn't a problem picking up all the stations so I'm not sure how well it's attached wire antenna would do in a rural or difficult area.
The radio wreaks of class as far as looks go, not cheap or chintzy looking. I am extremely happy with it.