[NJARC] Hallicrafters SX-12 Skyrider Commercial

[Al Klase]

Hi Bill,

The following is derived from information in "The Hallicrafters Story" 
by Max De Hensler plus my interpretation of the info in Riders via 
NostalgiaAir.

The SX-12 is a "commercial" version of the SX-11 1937 Super Sky Rider. 
Tube lineup and chassis layout are virtually identical. Both have 5 
bands, but the SX-12 deletes the two highest frequency bands of the 
SX-11 and adds 110KC to 250 KC and 250-610 KC. This allows coverage of 
the long-wave maritime and aircraft frequencies. In order to provide 
continuous coverage in the very important 400-500+ KC range, the IF 
frequency has been moved to 1600 KC rather than 465 KC.

The set was introduced in September 1936 and cost $114.50 versus $99.50 
for the SX-11. Both radio could be ordered without the crystal filter in 
the IF for $10 less, and were know as S-11 and S-12 in this configuration.

Yes, most collectors want the SX-11 even though the 12 is probably much 
more rare.

Al



Billoradio at aol.com wrote:
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> I have a Hallicrafters SX-12 Skyrider Commercial. I always thought it was  
> pretty interesting but other collectors that visit do not seem too excited about 
>  it.
>  
> I just went on the net and there is not too much information about it. Does  
> anyone in the club have one? What can you tell me about it?
>  
> Thanks
> Bill Overbeck
>
>
>   

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Al Klase – N3FRQ
Flemington, NJ
http://www.skywaves.ar88.net/