[Boatanchors] Boatanchor purchase suggestions

[Chris Bower]

Hi all,

I've been a lurking member of this list for quite a while and I want to
thank you all for a great deal of education in boat anchor equipment.
However, I have a question for you all. Actually, I'm looking for advice on
an upcoming purchase. I'm considering treating myself to a new boat anchor
receiver with my tax return in January. I would like to hear suggestions
from you folks on what to buy. Here's what I'm looking for:

General coverage receiver to 30 MHz or thereabouts. (I mostly listen to the
ham bands, but sometimes general SW broadcasts.)
Must be ALL tube (God, I love radios that glow in the dark!)
Sensitivity and audio quality would be my primary requirements.
I have no brand preference at the moment.

I should also state that I am NOT looking for a radio to restore; I'm
looking for one that's already been restored and is ready to go. I love tube
radios, but I'm currently not good enough to restore any serious equipment.
I'm just now "cutting my teeth" on restoring old tabletop AM/FM tube radios.
Do you folks have any suggestions on what brand and model you would consider
given my requirements?  Once I decide on a model, I intend to search the
auction sites and several other places for my purchase. As far as price
goes, I realize that this will not be cheap, but I plan on spending up to
1,000 coconuts on this purchase if necessary. Thanks in advance for your
advice, and thanks for all the information you folks share!

Chris Bower
W1CMB
cmbower@cox.net

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