Vintage Panasonic R-1597 7-Transistor AM Radio – Working on AC Power – Original Earphone Included

Up for sale is a vintage Panasonic R-1597 7-transistor portable AM radio manufactured by Matsushita Electric (Panasonic) in Japan during the mid-1960s (approximately 1965–1966).

This is a classic example of Panasonic’s early portable transistor radios from the golden era of Japanese electronics.

The unit has been tested and is working on AC power, producing sound through the built-in speaker. The original Panasonic earphone is included.

Included

• Panasonic R-1597 7-Transistor AM Radio
• Original Panasonic Earphone
• AC Power Cord 

Condition

• Used vintage condition with normal signs of age
• Case shows scuffs, scratches, and cosmetic wear consistent with decades of use
• Tested and working on AC power
• Receives AM stations
• Battery operation has NOT been tested
• Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description

Features

• Vintage 7-transistor AM portable radio
• Manufactured by Panasonic / Matsushita (Japan)
• Mid-1960s production era
• AC and battery operation (battery function untested)
• Built-in speaker with earphone jack
• Tone control and carry handle

Historical Note

This model comes from Panasonic’s strong lineup of 1960s portable transistor radios, produced during a period when Japanese electronics manufacturers were known worldwide for compact, reliable, and innovative consumer devices.

Notes

• Sold as-is due to vintage age
• Only items shown in photos are included
• Cosmetic wear is present and reflected in pricing