[Hammarlund] HQ-170AC VHF PRICE REDUCTION

[Craig Roberts]

Hi Hammarlund fans,

A couple of days ago, I advertised an HQ-170AC VHF and matching speaker 
for sale.  Though I certainly didn't intend to be greedy, I may have 
priced the pair a bit too high. After tossing and turning for two 
sleepless nights, racked with guilt and angst, I've decided to reduce 
the price. My XYL is extremely upset with me about this move and is 
threatening to toss me out into the snow (yup, we actually have snow 
here in D.C. right now), but, hey! you're my buddies!  Besides, nobody 
responded to my earlier ad. 

So, here -- with newly reduced price -- is the deal:

I have for sale a nice HQ-170AC VHF. I've completely recapped this 
receiver (electrolytics and paper items), replaced all out of spec 
resistors, "De-Oxited" all switches and tube socket pins, retubed the 
set and properly aligned it. This radio (including the clock) works just 
as it should.  Electrically, it's 100-percent and should outlive us all.

Cosmetically, it's about an 8 (or, for you CCA types, Good to Very 
Good").  The front panel is excellent with all lettering intact, no wear 
around the knobs and no corrosion. The only flaw is a rub mark where the 
"VHF" badge was removed by a previous owner.  All knobs are present and 
correct.  The chassis is clean except for some nooks and crannies. An 
hour with a Q-Tip would fix it up.

The outside of the trim ring has been stripped and polished. It looks 
very nice, but is not authentic.  The case has its original paint but is 
scarred in a couple of places. There are no dents, however.

I will repaint the trim ring and cabinet for an extra $25.00, if you 
wish, or you can do it yourself for free. I'll even send you a spray can 
of the correct refinishing paint from Mike Shelton.

The receiver includes matching S-200 speaker which is in excellent shape 
and works perfectly.

Price for the pair including ground shipping within the continental U.S 
is $300.00, please ($325 with repaint). Pay Pal is preferred.

Many thanks and 73,

Craig
W3CRR