[Gene Pederson]

Doug,
I appreciate your analysis between the two brands.

Not really having the electronic knowledge that many of you folks do I was using what I thought were two comparable sets. I do believe the Philco is the better set, and since I probably wouldn't be able to purchase both anyway Philco would be the choice.

For me Zenith made some what I consider attractive sets.....the teardrop dial being my favorite. Like any other hobby, one goes through phases of liking or disliking certain brands, types, etc. So I have to admit that since I purchased Ron's book I have been reading a lot on the Philco's and have acquired several recently.

I will shortly be in the position to be able to buy one "high end set" so I am trying to gather information to help me make my choice. I have one in mind, but am not quite sure yet if I should take the plunge on it or not. Time will tell.

Again, I do appreciate all the replies to my thread; and it gives me a way to learn even more about these wonderful radios.

Gene