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1970s Zenith Chromacolor II K1720W TV on Rolling Wood Cart – Tested
Remember when television wasn’t just background noise, but a shared ritual — the warm analog glow of a Zenith lighting up the room, the satisfying click of the rotary tuner, and the comfort of The Price Is Right or Days of Our Lives filling the afternoon air. This original 1970s Zenith Chromacolor II, model K1720W, captures that experience in full — a centerpiece from an era when technology still felt human.
Crafted by Zenith Radio Corporation of Chicago, the Chromacolor II series is known for exceptional reliability. Its 17-inch diagonal color CRT, paired with dual rotary tuners, a front-mounted speaker, and that signature brushed metal trim, reflects Zenith’s enduring commitment to both function and form. The matching rolling wood cart completes the period presentation, designed for mobility and daily use in the heart of the 1970s American home.
A hallmark of its era, this model sits at the crossroads of design and innovation — bridging the warm tactility of analog television with the modern promise of solid-state precision.
Details:
- Manufacturer: Zenith Radio Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Model: K1720W (Chromacolor II)
- Chassis No.: 17KC55
- Era: Circa 1975–1978
- Screen Size: 17-inch diagonal color CRT display
- Display Technology: Solid-state (fully transistorized; no vacuum tubes)
- Tuning: Dual rotary manual VHF and UHF tuners with Automatic Fine Tuning (AFC)
- Antenna: Period rabbit-ear telescoping antenna with circular UHF loop
- The Chromacolor II line marked Zenith’s second-generation color TV platform, known for superior brightness, image stability, and solid-state dependability — technological milestones that defined the mid-1970s home entertainment landscape.
Condition:
Good condition, fully functional, and tested. The television powers on with clear audio and stable picture output. The wooden cart shows honest age-related wear, but is structurally stable with authentic vintage patina and excellent display presence.
Dimensions:
- Cart Only: 24.75" H × 29.5" W × 16.75" D
- Overall Height (TV + antenna): 36"
