[Test-Equipment] OLD lab instrumentation

[Bob Stein]

Dale H. Cook wrote:

> At 03:07 PM 5/28/2004, Kees K5BCQ wrote:
> 
>> I have some very old L&N lab type test instruments, optically calibrated
>> galvanometers, bridges, standard cells, etc (nice wooden cases with lots
>> of Bakelite). Is there some museum that needs this type equipment or are
>> there collectors ?  I'd like to know where to start.
> 
> 
> There are indeed collectors and even users. Some of us on this list 
> would be interested in those instruments. Some of us even use such 
> instruments in our own private cal labs. <g> If you post a list here I'm 
> sure you could find buyers for most or all of it. I, for instance, am in 
> the market for another L&N galvo or equivalent, and wouldn't mind owning 
> another standard cell if the price is right.
> 
> Dale H. Cook, Chief Engineer, WWWR Roanoke VA, WCQV Moneta VA, WKBA WZZI 
> Vinton VA, WKPA WLNI WZZU Lynchburg VA, WMNA/WMNA-FM Gretna VA
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Having two standard cells is a very risky undertaking.  What if they 
don't give you identical readings (+/- 1 count) on your high-resolution 
DVM? <g>

Bob, w6nbi