Vintage Refurbished [ℹ]
Sony Sports Walkman WM-FS493 AM/FM Yellow Portable Cassette Player
About Cosmetic Grades
A-Grade items display an average amount of wear and tear. You can expect to see some light scuffing/scratching and other normal signs of past use.
B-Grade items display more than average wear and tear. You might see moderate scuffing/scratching, small carvings, light discoloration, small cracks, missing belt clips/straps (if applicable), minor display defects (if applicable) and other moderate imperfections.
C-Grade items display an extreme amount of wear and tear. You might see heavy scuffing/scratching, large carvings, extreme discoloration, large cracks, and other major imperfections.
Function Issue indicates items that perform their essential function(s) without issue, but have other auxiliary functions that may not work as intended. The specific issue will be noted.
Please note that the photos represent the style and model of the item. The item you receive will vary from what is shown in photos based on what cosmetic grade is purchased.
The Sony Sports Walkman WM-FS493 is a part of the iconic Sports Walkman line, built with a bold yellow splash-resistant case and ruggedized controls for outdoor and active use. Featuring AM/FM radio with preset tuning, auto-reverse cassette playback, and Sony’s Mega Bass sound enhancement, it combined durability with quality performance. Designed for runners, travelers, and anyone on the go in the late 1990s and early 2000s, the WM-FS493 stands out today as a collectible piece of portable audio history.
Take a break from digital media and live in the moment. Fast-forward, flip the tape, watch it spin. Listen to an album all the way through. Slow down and embrace the analog experience that is music on magnetic tape.
Every vintage item we restore has a story, and we take great care to preserve its authenticity. Our trained technicians carefully inspect, clean and service each piece, retaining original components whenever possible. When necessary, we incorporate high-quality replacement parts to ensure reliability and longevity. The result is a thoughtfully restored vintage item that’s fully functional and ready for a second life.
Please note vintage items will show signs of previous use. While we carefully restore each piece to ensure full functionality, cosmetic wear and slight variations from the product photos should be expected.
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