Ever Ready

Vintage radio sets made by the British manufacturer Ever Ready. Although better known as a battery manufacturer, Ever Ready also made many items of household electronics including radios and record players.

Image of the Ever Ready Sky Leader transistor radio from 1958

The Popular Ever Ready Sky Leader transistor radio from 1958

The Ever Ready Sky Leader was a popular transistor radio from the late 1950s, featuring a two-waveband superheterodyne design with six transistors. Portable and stylish, it came in various colors, with simple controls and a robust, leatherette-covered wooden case. Although many secondhand units show wear, they remain collectible and easy to repair due to their accessible layout.