EKCO Model A455 Transistor Radio

A vintage EKCO radio, identified as Model A455, manufactured by E.K. Cole Ltd. (EKCO), likely dating to the mid-1960s. The radio features a molded dark maroon Bakelite or plastic cabinet with rounded edges. The front panel is constructed of off-white plastic, framing a horizontally ribbed fabric speaker grille. The front panel displays the brand “EKCO” and the word “transistor,” along with the company’s stylized logo. The tuning scale is marked for LONG and MEDIUM wavebands, featuring various European station identifiers including Kalundborg, Luxemburg, Scottish, and West. Controls include two front knobs labeled “VOLUME” and “TUNING.” The rear panel is black, perforated for ventilation, and clearly marked “EKCO MODEL No. A455,” specified “FOR A.C. MAINS ONLY” at 200/250 volts, 50/60 cycles.