[Hammarlund] OT: Observation

[ARDUJENSKI@aol.com]

My wife has collected antiques for decades and it decreases the value if the 
piece is refinished. It is rather curious to see folks paying premium prices 
for rigs that have been repainted, etc. I sort of enjoy having a rig that has 
a few wear marks showing its service stripes so to speak. I am glad to see 
some rigs are still available that are clean originals with a little 
character and not demanding top dollar as they probably should (smile). I 
have just given a home to a HQ-110 and a HQ-129X and just marvel at the 
craftsmanship. If only they could tell tales (grin).

Alan KB7MBI