Description
A compact portable reel-to-reel tape recorder made by UK company Beknson, circa 1960s. The injection moulded polystyrene casing is in two-tone brown and the unit has a flexible PVC carry handle. The tape recorder is powered by battery.
Inscriptions
printed: "Benkson 690" (lid)
moulded: "Japan" (base)
Object number
AIBDC : 008829SA
Date
1960 - 1969 (circa)
Country
Method
Material
| plastic | |
| PS | casing |
| polystyrene | |
| PVC | handle |
| polyvinyl chloride | |
| plasticised polyvinyl chloride | |
| metal | motor, handle attachments and hinge |
Dimensions
Width
190mm
Height
150mm
Depth
67mm