[R-390] Fowler R-390A on ePay

[james1787 at aol.com]

Other than the bragging rights of having a 1 out of 5 (and the first one of those 5), it's just another R390A with perhaps the benefit of having slightly newer components. If there is a collector willing to pay the asking price, then I guess it's worth what it is. I'm in a few different collecting circles for different types of things. There are items that are common and run-of-the-mill that are pretty easy to find and there are items which there are very few.. do the same thing as the run-of-the-mill item.. everyone would really like to have.. and when sold on on sites such as ebay often go for a lot of money. I don't know how many collectors there are out there who are searching for a 1 in 5 r390a.. but I'm sure there are plenty that would like to have it in their collection. I do hope the seller sells it, it's an interesting piece for sure. 
James KB2FCV


-----Original Message-----
From: Larry H <larry41gm at gmail.com>
To: R-390 Forum <r-390 at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Thu, Jun 25, 2020 8:14 am
Subject: Re: [R-390] Fowler R-390A on ePay

As you all know, I really like the R-390As.  But, is the 'Fowler Factor'
that much of a benefit.  I already have 2 390As in very good condition, and
of course I always need another, but even if I had tons of money I don't
think I'd spring for it.  Even so, I hope it sells for it.

I'm getting tired of being restricted but will endure till the crisis is
over with.  Thank goodness for the internet and package delivery.  Please
wear a face mask when going out and stay safe.

Regards, Larry

On Thu, Jun 25, 2020 at 3:31 AM Mister Mike <w1rc at near-fest.com> wrote:

> Hello All!
>
> Hope everyone is staying well.  I haven’t posted here for several years
> but I am still lurking so behave yourselves.  Some of you folks still need
> to learn how to edit your posts.
>
> I know the history of this Fowler S/N 1.  It was at one time here in
> Massachusetts then was sold to W5MC in Texas.  Mac sent it to Rick Mish in
> Toledo OH who worked on it.  Then it ended up at the ”Radiograveyard” (who
> I know personally) in Ottsville PA and that gentleman is now offering it on
> ePay for 10 Grand.
>
> It is certainly a “holy grail” to be sure.  Worth 10 Grand? Maybe, but not
> to me.  There were only five Fowlers made so that makes it what it is.
>
> Personally, my favourite contractor is EAC, hands down.  I believe they
> had 2 or 3 contracts and they are all good.  “You pays your money and you
> takes your choice”.
>
> Y’all stay well now, y’hear!
>
> Michael, W1RC
> Co-founder,
> R-390 List.
>
>
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