[Milsurplus] A question of Value

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(1) It would depend upon whether the "repairs" were really repairs or more 
correctly classified as modifications.  To be more specific, an axial lead 
capacitor tacked in in place of a rectangular metal can or bathtub capacitor 
would constitute a modification, although if the original component were 
still present such a modification might not decrease the price I would have 
paid had the set not been modified.

(2) I would pay more for the original repairable set than for the modified 
one, and considerably more if the modified one was full of orange drops.  If 
the original components were missing and it was full of orange drops, it 
would automatically be considered a parts set.

In a message dated 12/18/2010 7:24:10 PM Central Standard Time, 
jupete at internode.on.net writes: 
> G'day  all...
> 
> Question..1..if you were offered a BC-348 which was cosmetically OK but
> showing its  age : was untouched electrically since the  day it was 
> produced
> and powers up, receives. but  reveals  possible component deterioration, 
> and
> then had to make the  choice between the  SAME receiver which had been
> repaired  as required  and performs to original specs,
> 
> 
> 
> Question ..2. which one would you chose and which one  would command  the
> greater value .
> 
> 
> 
> I rule out the rarity of the item  in this scenario and  take into account
> that there are  collectors  and  collectors---- those that have to have 
> one
> of  everything irrespective, and those who prefer and /or  restore  to
> operating  status.
> 
> 
> 
> Comments  as appropriate .
> 
> Cheers
> 
> Seasons  greetings to all.
> 
> Pete VK3IZ
> 

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