The SX-115 was first produced in 1961 and production ran until mid1964. Ref. "Radios by Hallicrafters" by Chuck Dachis. Best Regards, Walt Cates, WD0GOF, http://www.myhamshack.com/WD0GOF/<http://www.myhamshack.com/WD0GOF/> Only when you take full responsibility for where you are in life will you be able to find peace and joy in life.