--- product_id: 50601829 title: "GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-Style Retro Landline Telephone, Classic Telephone with Ringer On/Off Switch, Curly Cord, Authentic Bell Ring for Home, Hotels- Black" brand: "gpo" price: "$171.45" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/50601829-gpo-746-rotary-1970s-style-retro-landline-telephone-classic-telephone store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Plug & play with modern lines Classic bell ringer Authentic rotary dial GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-Style Retro Landline Telephone, Classic Telephone with Ringer On/Off Switch, Curly Cord, Authentic Bell Ring for Home, Hotels- Black **Brand:** gpo **Price:** $171.45 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ☎️ Dial into nostalgia, powered for today’s lifestyle! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-Style Retro Landline Telephone, Classic Telephone with Ringer On/Off Switch, Curly Cord, Authentic Bell Ring for Home, Hotels- Black by gpo - **How much does it cost?** $171.45 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/50601829-gpo-746-rotary-1970s-style-retro-landline-telephone-classic-telephone) ## Best For - gpo enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted gpo brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Authentic Bell Ring:** Experience the unmistakable chime that transports you back to simpler times. - • **Modern Compatibility:** Seamlessly works with any standard home line and digital telephone banking. - • **Ringer On/Off Switch:** Control your focus—mute calls when you need uninterrupted flow. - • **Handset Volume Control:** Customize your call experience with high/low volume settings for clarity. - • **Timeless 70s Iconic Design:** Stand out with vintage British style that sparks nostalgia and conversation. ## Overview The GPO 746 Rotary Telephone blends iconic 1970s British rotary design with modern technology, featuring an authentic bell ringer, compatibility with all standard analogue and digital phone lines, and user-friendly controls like a ringer on/off switch and handset volume adjustment. Perfect for professionals who appreciate retro aesthetics without sacrificing contemporary functionality. ## Description Product Description Retro look and feel, Modern technology GPO 746 1970's - style Retro Landline Rotary Hotel / Hospitality Telephone About Us A fresh and innovative addition to the retail market, ProTelX (creators of the original GPO brand) was established in September 2009 with the aim of designing, developing, and manufacturing high-quality consumer retro products. GPO are specialists in bespoke manufacturing to meet specific needs for classic, yet contemporary retro-inspired consumer goods. These products are chosen to add colour to your life; you want one because it's nostalgic and cool. You keep it because it's fun and enjoyable. The GPO 746 rotary hotel phones are dial phones that prides itself on its traditional and authentic look and feel with built-in modern technology. The 1970’s household loved the gpo 746 hotel phones and our updated design perfectly echoes its no-nonsense, classic style. Authentic bell ring Iconic British ‘70s styling Traditional rotary dialling Ringer on / off switch Compatible with any standard analogue landline Compatible with modern telephone banking Available in Azure Blue, Black, Blue, Carnation Pink, Grey, Ivory, Mint Green, Mustard, Orange and Red Designed With A Touch Of Modern And Classic! At GPO we aim to deliver high-quality products that meet your specific needs for classic yet contemporary retro-inspired goods. Our attention to detail means that each product has its own personality. We love bringing the past bang up to date to give you the best of both worlds. In addition to creating state-of-the-art audio technology, we pride ourselves on ensuring the best customer experience. Simply Stylish This is perhaps the most popular style of landline phone ever produced because it is stylish enough to complement any interior and simple to set up: just plug it into your phone socket and you’re ready to go. Rotary Dialling The way phones used to be, but better… We use Tones instead of Pulses on digital networks, so there’s no need to wait so long for the dialler to return to its rest position. Still just as easy to use: pick up the handset, dial the phone number and wait for the magic to happen! Ringer On/Off Switch For those moments when you prefer not to be disturbed, we have provided a Ringer On/Off Switch. Protect your time! 2025 Switch-Off Ready As well as being compatible with modern telephone banking systems, digital menus, etc., this phone is ready to be used with all major networks when analogue networks are shut down in 2025. Authentic Bell Ring Ever noticed how certain sounds help you revisit long-forgotten memories? The nostalgia generated by this lovely bell ring will put a smile on your face whenever you take a call. Be Colour-Coordinated The GPO 746 Rotary Telephones are available in a range of gorgeous retro colours to suit any décor, so get one for your home and get one as a gift for a loved one. When nostalgia becomes a centrepiece Review: Great quality build and original sound! - OMG! I'm loving this! When I was growing up in the 70's, my family had a red version of this phone and when I saw this on desertcart, I had to get one. I'm so happy with my purchase. It looks, feels, and more importantly, sounds just as I remembered! There is nothing flimsy about this phone. The chassis is a good quality build, nice and heavy. The handset is slightly lighter than the original phone in the 70's but that takes nothing away from it. The rotary dial isn't as tightly wound as I remember the original being, but again, this is not an issue, as it is adapted for pulse tone. There is also a # and * on the dial for use with telephonic menu options, i.e banks, etc. This has the actual bell as the ringer, which threw me straight back to the 70's when I first heard it. Loved it! There is an ON/OFF switch for the ringer and you have a choice of Normal or High for the ringer also. I keep mine on High, just because I love hearing the phone ring throughout my home :) The sound quality on the line is great. No distortion, no crackling and those I've called on it, have said that they hear me perfectly clearly. I also have a cordless phone plugged into another socket and there is no interference with either. GPO have made a quality product that I'm happy to recommend to anyone who is thinking of buying from this brand. Review: Just like the old days - This took us back a few years. We were a bit more excited than we should have been. Looks amazing though having bought the black it might be a nightmare for fingerprints but it's worth it. Definitely lighter than the originals but still sturdy and doesn't look cheap. Ring is very similar to the old phones and a good volume. It comes with the necessary lead and adaptor if needed for router. (We only found the adaptor after going to 6 different shops to try and buy the correct lead, so make sure you empty your box!) We have a buzz on the line when talking which is a bit frustrating but I don't necessarily think this is a problem with the item. If you can get past the buzz the actual voices are clear and louder than our previous modern phone. Hopefully the buzz will sort and it won't be the actual phone but other than this 10/10. ## Features - Iconic British 60s & 70s styling with traditional rotary dial and authentic bell ring - Traditional rotary dial - Works on any standard home telephone line - Compatible with modern telephone banking switchboard etc - Handset volume switch - High/Low ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B008MV7O8K | | Answering System Type | Not relevant for this product | | Best Sellers Rank | 7,493 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 23 in Corded Analogue & DECT Phones | | Box Contents | BT Adaptor, Line Cord, Phone Handset, Phone, Power lead, Manual, User Guide | | Brand | GPO | | Brand Name | GPO | | Colour | Black | | Compatible Devices | Standard PSTN networks, Digital networks, Modern telephone banking systems | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 5,477 Reviews | | Dialer Type | Single Keypad | | Dialler type | Single Keypad | | EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 7 Years | | Enclosure Material | Plastic | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00506037570252, 05060237570252 | | Is there Caller ID | No | | Item Dimensions | 16 x 21.5 x 14.5 centimetres | | Item Weight | 1 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Protelx | | Manufacturer Part Number | 48828 | | Material | Plastic | | Model Number | 48828 | | Multiline Operation | Single-Line Operation | | Phone Talk Time | 4 Hours | | Power Source | Line Powered | | Power source | Line Powered | | Telephone Type | WIRED | | Telephone type | WIRED | | UPC | 506037570252 644535769973 616268260959 | ## Product Details - **Answering system type:** Not relevant for this product - **Brand:** GPO - **Colour:** Black - **Compatible devices:** Standard PSTN networks, Digital networks, Modern telephone banking systems - **Dialler type:** Single Keypad - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 16 x 21.5 x 14.5 centimetres - **Item weight:** 1 Kilograms - **Material:** Plastic - **Power source:** Line Powered - **Telephone type:** WIRED ## Images ![GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-Style Retro Landline Telephone, Classic Telephone with Ringer On/Off Switch, Curly Cord, Authentic Bell Ring for Home, Hotels- Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71T4TNpOWoL.jpg) ![GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-Style Retro Landline Telephone, Classic Telephone with Ringer On/Off Switch, Curly Cord, Authentic Bell Ring for Home, Hotels- Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71rHFUGBgmL.jpg) ![GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-Style Retro Landline Telephone, Classic Telephone with Ringer On/Off Switch, Curly Cord, Authentic Bell Ring for Home, Hotels- Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61czU0rGRwL.jpg) ![GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-Style Retro Landline Telephone, Classic Telephone with Ringer On/Off Switch, Curly Cord, Authentic Bell Ring for Home, Hotels- Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71cHvRX2W3L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this compatible with cordless phones on same phone number?** A: Yes it is... it rings out in conjunction with my 3 phone cordless set. **Q: is it rotary dialed** A: Yes it rotary dial, and old fashioned ring, I love it !!! **Q: Do we need the telephone socket that it is attached to, to be a master socket with the 'bell' for its bell to work?** A: Ours works fine on the upstairs extension socket. Plug in and go, the sound is great! **Q: Will thus phone work in south ireland kildare with the routers in south ireland pleass** A: This phone will work with both analogue and digital networks, including the routers in Ireland. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great quality build and original sound! *by L***S on 14 June 2020* OMG! I'm loving this! When I was growing up in the 70's, my family had a red version of this phone and when I saw this on Amazon, I had to get one. I'm so happy with my purchase. It looks, feels, and more importantly, sounds just as I remembered! There is nothing flimsy about this phone. The chassis is a good quality build, nice and heavy. The handset is slightly lighter than the original phone in the 70's but that takes nothing away from it. The rotary dial isn't as tightly wound as I remember the original being, but again, this is not an issue, as it is adapted for pulse tone. There is also a # and * on the dial for use with telephonic menu options, i.e banks, etc. This has the actual bell as the ringer, which threw me straight back to the 70's when I first heard it. Loved it! There is an ON/OFF switch for the ringer and you have a choice of Normal or High for the ringer also. I keep mine on High, just because I love hearing the phone ring throughout my home :) The sound quality on the line is great. No distortion, no crackling and those I've called on it, have said that they hear me perfectly clearly. I also have a cordless phone plugged into another socket and there is no interference with either. GPO have made a quality product that I'm happy to recommend to anyone who is thinking of buying from this brand. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just like the old days *by P***N on 6 August 2025* This took us back a few years. We were a bit more excited than we should have been. Looks amazing though having bought the black it might be a nightmare for fingerprints but it's worth it. Definitely lighter than the originals but still sturdy and doesn't look cheap. Ring is very similar to the old phones and a good volume. It comes with the necessary lead and adaptor if needed for router. (We only found the adaptor after going to 6 different shops to try and buy the correct lead, so make sure you empty your box!) We have a buzz on the line when talking which is a bit frustrating but I don't necessarily think this is a problem with the item. If you can get past the buzz the actual voices are clear and louder than our previous modern phone. Hopefully the buzz will sort and it won't be the actual phone but other than this 10/10. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great looking and functional *by A***F on 22 April 2026* This is a great looking phone - it looks pretty much exactly like the original GPO phone I remember from childhood. The cable supplied with the phone is an international style phone jack, so I was pleased to see it came with a BT phone jack adapter. I have virgin media VOIP home phone service, and the phone worked as soon as I plugged it in. The ringer is slightly quieter than I remember the original being, but still loud enough to be heard throughout the house. Sound is clear both for me speaking and listening to others speaking. The only downside is that the dial is much too light, it springs back too fast compared to the original dial. On the plus side, and unusually for a rotary phone, it supports touch tone dialling so you don’t need a separate phone to get through automated systems. I think it’s slightly overpriced for what you get - if the dial was weighted to match the original GPO phone I would say it’s worth it, but as it is, I think it’s just a bit too expensive. Nevertheless, it looks great as a statement piece. ## Frequently Bought Together - GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-style Retro Landline Phone - Curly Cord, Authentic Bell Ring - Phone extension Cord 25 Ft, Telephone Cable with Standard RJ11 Plug and 1 in-Line Couplers and 20 Cable Clip Holders, White - iSoHo Phones: Phone Cord for Landline Phone – Tangle-Free, Handset Curly Telephones Land Line Cord – Easy to Use + Excellent Sound Quality – Phone Cords for Home or Office(25ft) Bone Ivory --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/50601829-gpo-746-rotary-1970s-style-retro-landline-telephone-classic-telephone](https://www.desertcart.us/products/50601829-gpo-746-rotary-1970s-style-retro-landline-telephone-classic-telephone) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-30*