Vintage Craig 212 Restored - Working Reel to Reel Tape Recorder

Up for auction is a vintage1960’s Craig 212 AC/DC powered transistorized mini-reel to reel portable tape deck recorder. The Craig's where made between 1965-68 and are one of the most popular mini recorders of the time. I guarantee this item to work as I have replaced the two drive belts with new original belts, oiled all moving parts, cleaned the heads, cleaned capstan drive, cleaned the pinch roller, cleaned switches, serviced battery compartment, cleaned case, and tested the unit for playback. Did not test for record as no microphone is included. The battery door is missing but will still hold batteries with no problem if kept on flat surface. O n the tape is the original Craig 212 marketing tape that I recorded on another recorder that you will find interesting and is rare to find the original recording. Tested the unit to play on batteries and on AC/DC power. The tape will show you that the recorder will play upon arrival and also provides an extra take-up reel. Upon arrival if the unit does not work you can return at your expense within SEVEN days (7) (not 30 days per Ebay) for a refund of your PURCHASE price. I would say the unit is in excellent condition considering it is over 55 years old. P lease note pictures carefully as the pictures are part of the written description. If you have reels of tapes from this time period, this little machine will play them back for your listening enjoyment.   This Reel-to-Reel tape player was used in the early 60’s Mission Impossible TV series. Peter Graves was given his “Mission Impossible" via this machine which would then “self-destruct in 5 seconds”. Also, two movies, "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" features the Craig 212. (I sold to prop guy) and the Netflex, "Trial of the Chicago Seven" had the Craig 212 in the movie. Features include: - Dual tape speeds at 3 3/4ips / 9.5 cms and 1 7/8 ips / 4.8 cms (via removable speed sleeve adaptor - included) - Plays up to 3 ¼ " reels x ¼” wide tape - ALC Automatic Level Control for input - Input level / Volume control - Single "T" function control - Built-in speaker - "Line Out" can be achieved via External Speaker jack so you can plug this directly into your computer “in” jack. -Utilizes 6 C-cell fresh batteries or an AC 9-volt power supply (batteries not in included) - Measures 10" wide x 8" deep x 3" thick and weighs ~ 5lbs Checking the cost of a 4 pack of "C" fresh batteries will run $5-$9 at Walgreens or local hardware store. The rub is batteries only come in 4 or 8 pack. You need 6 batteries. So, you have to purchase the additional pack ($$). I have a universal AC/DC 9-volt power supply available on Ebay for $12.95 and if purchased at same time as recorder will refund the shipping on the adapter. eBay item 125722781569 (search Craig 9V AC/DC Adapter) . Considering the expense of the batteries I would consider this option strongly. Again, recorder has been gone through and all works great now. I used a Craig 212 while in Viet Nam to exchange letters with my family so hence the reason for my hobby.  I buy/sell these units on Ebay as a hobby, and this is my 279 unit that I have restored. You will be ready to play your tapes right out of the box upon arrival when you install your fresh 6 C-cell batteries or use my universal 9V AC/DC adapter (recommended).

Returns Accepted for this item if it's within 30 Days