---
product_id: 48085242
title: "GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-Style Retro Landline Telephone, Classic Telephone with Ringer On/Off Switch, Curly Cord, Authentic Bell Ring for Home, Hotels- Grey"
brand: "gpo"
price: "$307"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Gpo"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/48085242-gpo-746-rotary-1970s-style-retro-landline-telephone-classic-telephone
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
---

# Authentic rotary dial Modern socket ready Classic bell ringer GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-Style Retro Landline Telephone, Classic Telephone with Ringer On/Off Switch, Curly Cord, Authentic Bell Ring for Home, Hotels- Grey

**Brand:** gpo
**Price:** $307
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📞 Dial into nostalgia, ring in style!

## 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- Grey by gpo
- **How much does it cost?** $307 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/48085242-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 Ringer:** Feel the nostalgia with a genuine mechanical bell ringer, complete with adjustable volume and on/off switch.
- • **Timeless Rotary Charm:** Experience the iconic 1970s rotary dial with pulse tone adaptation for true vintage dialing nostalgia.
- • **Retro Aesthetic Upgrade:** Elevate your workspace or home decor with a stylish grey finish and classic curly cord that screams vintage cool.
- • **Seamless Modern Compatibility:** Plug & play with all analogue and digital home networks including BT and Virgin—no tech headaches.
- • **Robust Build, Lightweight Feel:** Heavy-duty plastic chassis ensures durability while the handset remains comfortably light for daily use.

## Overview

The GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-Style Retro Landline Telephone blends authentic vintage design with modern functionality. Featuring a classic rotary dial adapted for pulse tone, a genuine bell ringer with volume control, and compatibility with contemporary analogue and digital networks, this corded phone is perfect for professionals seeking a stylish, reliable, and conversation-worthy desk accessory that doubles as a retro decor statement.

## Description

Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-Style Retro Landline Telephone, Classic Telephone with Ringer On/Off Switch, Curly Cord, Authentic Bell Ring for Home, Hotels- Grey at desertcart UK.

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.
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.

## Features

- ✅ STYLISH ROTARY PHONE: This iconic British ‘70s-style rotary telephone prides itself on its traditional and authentic look and feel with built-in modern technology.
- ✅ MODERN FEATURES: The touch-tone corded phone comes with Ringer On / Off switch and is supplied ready for use with modern telephone sockets.
- ✅ TRADITIONAL ROTARY DIALING: This classic retrophone offers rotary dialling.
- ✅ PERFECT FOR RETRO DECOR: The classic landline phone comes with a curly cord and its attractive retro design will add charm to your home decor.
- ✅ COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with modern telephone banking switchboard, digital menus, etc, the analogue telephone works with all analogue and digital home networks, such as BT and Virgin.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00YAE5K48 |
| Answering System Type | Digital |
| Best Sellers Rank | 4,378 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 18 in Corded Analogue & DECT Phones |
| Box Contents | Telephone, Line Cord, Power Supply and Manual |
| Brand | GPO |
| Brand Name | GPO |
| Colour | Grey |
| Compatible Devices | Analogue and digital home networks, telephone banking switchboards, digital menus, BT, Virgin, etc. |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 5,433 Reviews |
| Dialer Type | Single Keypad |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| External Testing Certification | Não aplicável |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05060237570658 |
| Is there Caller ID | No |
| Item Dimensions | 16 x 21.5 x 14.5 centimetres |
| Item Weight | 1 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | GPO |
| Material | Plastic |
| Multiline Operation | Single-Line Operation |
| Number of Batteries | 1 AAA batteries required. |
| Number of batteries | 1 AAA batteries required. |
| Phone Standby Time | 2 hours |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Power source | Corded Electric |
| Telephone Type | Wired |
| Telephone type | Wired |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** GPO
- **Colour:** Grey
- **Telephone type:** Corded
- **Number of batteries:** 1 AAA batteries required.
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Power source:** Corded Electric
- **Dialler type:** Single Keypad
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 16 x 21.5 x 14.5 centimetres
- **Answering system type:** Digital
- **Item weight:** 1 Kilograms

## Images

![GPO 746 Rotary 1970s-Style Retro Landline Telephone, Classic Telephone with Ringer On/Off Switch, Curly Cord, Authentic Bell Ring for Home, Hotels- Grey - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/617H2m10CLL.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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not perfect but surprisingly good.
*by C***A on 29 July 2020*

From a couple of feet away this absolutely looks like the real thing. Get closer and there are a couple of details that give the game away, primarily the centre 'paper' which is actually a sticker rather than paper behind a plastic cover. Good things: It rings just like the old phone. It's actually a rotary dial. Sound is good in the handset. Looks great on the telephone table. Not so good: Centre of the dial is just a sticker. The dial returns MUCH quicker than the original units - presumably to ensure the tones are read correctly - and feels slightly cheap. The handset is a bit light - although a former BT engineer told me that they used to put weights in the handset on the originals! Overall it's a pretty good facsimile of the old phone and, for the limited use it'll get in our house (everyone has mobile phones) it's perfect.

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-02-28*