Vintage Socotel S63 Telephone 1978

A charming piece of French telecom history: the Socotel S63 was introduced in the mid‑1960s by CNTS (Centre national d’études des télécommunications), and our 1978 version features the classic rotary dial alongside it's rare dual-earpiece setup.

Features:

• Brand & Model: Socotel S63
• Origin: Paris, France – Circa 1978
• Dial Style: Rotary dial with pre-printed emergency numbers
• Functionality: The large handset allows both talking and listening, while the smaller earpiece at the back was designed for a second listener
• Material: Durable grey ABS plastic with a soft gloss finish
• Connectivity: Original wired cable intact – perfect for collectors or retrofitting

A Bit of History:
Born in the 1960s out of France’s national telephone research center (CNET), the Socotel S63 was the country’s first fully standardized telephone. Before it, every French home had a different model depending on the region and provider. The S63 changed that, it was modern, reliable, and mass-produced.
By the late 1970s, it was a familiar sight in every French hallway, office, or café, humming with the sound of dial tones and whispered secrets. It even introduced features ahead of its time, like adjustable ringers and lightning protection; chic and smart, the French way.

The Socotel S63 is not just a phone, it’s a conversation piece, a slice of design history, and a whisper from the analog era, when every ring carried a bit of charm.