Antique radios, Old Time Radios
History of the manufacturer
Bennett, Bridgland & Co., (B & B); Sydney, NSW
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Bennett, Bridgland & Co., (B & B); Sydney, NSW
(AUS)
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bennet-bri |
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Summary: |
Bennett, Bridgland & Co.
57 William Street, Sydney, NSW
Manufactured & Sold B & B Radio Sets in Sydney and through agents in rural areas of NSW in 1924
The radios were branded “B & B” which stood for Brighter & Better.[1]
The company was insolvent in March 1925. [2]
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Founded: |
1924 |
Closed: |
1925 |
Production: |
1924 - 1925
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History: |
[1] Evening News (NSW) Sep 26, 1924, page 7. [2] Sydney Morning Herald (NSW) Mar 18, 1925, page 20.
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This manufacturer was suggested by Gary Cowans.
Some models:
Country |
Year |
Name |
1st Tube |
Notes |
AUS |
24 |
B & B 2 SE |
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Two valve radio selling for £16/10/- in September 1924 with a 5 year guarantee.
C... |
AUS |
24 |
B & B 4 A.T.A. |
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Four valve TRF radio selling for £56/10/- in September 1924 with a 5 year guarantee.
Ca... |
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Further details for this manufacturer by the members (rmfiorg):
Advert for B & B Radio Sets. Note that they are offered with 5 year Guarantee. Country Life Stock and Station Journal (NSW) 28 Nov 1924, Page 15
Advert listing Agents selling B & B radios. Smith’s Weekly (NSW) Aug 30, 1924, page 18.
Advert for B & B Radio Book. Evening News (NSW) Sep 29, 1924, page 7.
Insolvent auction March 1925 Sydney Morning Herald (NSW) Mar 18, 1925, page 20.
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