[Sam samuelian]

Thanks for writing, I always appreciate good advice. Actually, I don't usually have that kind of money to spend since I'm on disability. I'm 63 now and have always made a living out of taking hobbies and enjoying them while at the same time or later turning them into businesses. Did that with 16MM Hollywood features, motion lamps, and much more. The radio purchase was funded by my inheritance from my 91 year old father.

Not sure what you mean when you say "what is the purpose of buying an old set and then farming the work out to others" in my present situation. The set I was offered is fully restored electronically and has great original finish.

Also, I can do and enjoy electronic work but my talents are limited to simple things like replacing capacitors, etc. You might know Fred Rice who's on this forum. He and I go way back in radio and tv.