1831 - Receiver Type 1155 L. Beautiful metal case. The carrying handles are present. All moving parts are functional. Markings in white paint: R 5/61. Nameplate marked “Receiver Type R 1155 L Ref No 10D/1477,” serial number 0752, with attractive Air Ministry markings beneath a crown. A few visible dents. The dial guard is made of Bakelite. The radio is part of the T1154L and R1155L or N series, where “L” denotes the version with an aluminum case and “N” denotes the version with a steel case. These sets were primarily used on high-speed lifeboats (HSLs), which were rescue boats operated by the Air Ministry and used to rescue RAF crews from thewater when they had to make an emergency landing at sea due to engine failure, were damaged by enemy fire, or simply ran out of fuel. Note some wear and patina on the piece. Condition II+. Receiver Type 1155 L. Fine metal case. Carrying handles present. All moving parts are functional. White-painted markings: R 5/61. Plate marked “Receiver Type R 1155 L Ref No 10D/1477,” serial number 0752, with fine Air Ministry markings beneath a crown. Some dents visible. Bakelite dial cover. The radio is part of the T1154L and R1155L or N combination, where “L” denotes the version with an aluminum case and “N” denotes the version with a steel case. These sets were primarily used aboard High Speed Launches (HSLs), which were rescue vessels operated by the Air Ministry and used to recover RAF aircrews from the water when they were forced to make an emergency landing at sea due to engine failure, damage from enemy fire, or simply running out of fuel. The item shows some wear and patina. Condition II+.