Part 4/10:
The Radio: A Working Artifact
The culmination of his efforts is a complete, albeit open-backed, radio. The speaker shows the assembled components, and a sense of pride is evident as he describes the finished product—ready to work once the missing back plate, which is on its way, is installed. The radio is vintage, incorporating parts and some crystals he managed to scavenge from eBay, highlighting his resourcefulness in sourcing uncommon components.
He admits that many radios of this era require restoration, and much of his work involves re-adapting or fixing parts rather than creating entirely new ones. His attitude toward the process is matter-of-fact, emphasizing "nuts and bolts" work and the satisfaction of bringing old devices back to life.