1955 Collins R-390A HF Receiver 0.5-32MHz For Sale -

1955 Collins R-390A HF Receiver 0.5-32MHz

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1955 Collins R-390A HF Receiver 0.5-32MHz :
$372.99

1955 Collins-manufactured R-390A in good working order. It's likely that you already know all about R-390As if you're looking at this sale but in the event you don't, these military receivers are considered to be the best of the tube era, covering 0.5-32 MHz.
Cosmetics are decent; however no cosmetic restoration has been performed. Sensitivity seems good (by ear) on all bands but no formal testing/measurements have been performed. Sensitivity is down substantially on the 8kc filter setting but seems good on other bandwidth settings. Tuning mechanisms move freely. Receives on all bands. Top & bottom covers are present and most tube shields are in place. The "Utah" cover is missing.
This is an excellent starting point for a full restoration (not much required to get there), OR to be used as-is as a nicely patina'd unit in great shape for its age. Rectifier tubes have been removed & solid-stated. This unit appears to contain a Progressitron-manufactured PTO, as best I can tell from what's left of the label.
As with any antique radio, no guarantee of functionality can made after shipping, and the sale is final. This is a spare unit that I would have really preferred to sell locally & face-to-face but there are just no interested buyers near me and it's not doing any good sitting in my workshop unused. Please review photos carefully and ask any questions you may have before offerding.

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