[R-390] NIB R209

Thu, 18 Apr 2002 16:01:16 -0400

Not fair to compare to an R-392.

The R-209 is more functionally equivalent to the R-174 AN/GRR-5, though much
more compact.  The later models, such as MK IIB, and MKIII have additional
power modes, similar to the R-174 -- 110 and 220 AC plus several different
DC voltages, 6, 12 and 24, as I recall.

Basically, the R-209 and R-174 are ruggedized military versions of AC/DC
portable shortwave sets of the day -- more in common with a hollow state
Zenith Trans-Oceanic than the R-392.

The -209 has that handy-dandy speaker with built-in cover and a veddy
British black on white dial.  Does have some degree of modular construction
inside.  Neat little radio -- actually smaller than a hollow T/O.

Barry

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> And more especially the R-392..same era and sooooooo much better.
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> Trust me I have both!
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> Pete
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