Wanted: RCA TRK-5.  Don't have a lot of money but do have a lot of valuable antique radios and televisions for trade. kinescope at msn dot com.  206-932-9363 (6/17/10)

Looking to buy a home-built mechanical 32 line monitor system; British (vertical scanning) or American (horizontal scanning).   Not an original from the 1920s or '30s, but a monitor built as a hobby and no longer needed.  I don't have much mechanical or electric skills, so a pre-made and running monitor is what I'm looking for. A 32 line system will use the signal from all the NBTV recordings and software apps. Something similar to this, with a 10" or 12" scanning disk. nutmegflyer at gmail dot com (11/8/09)

This receiver is one of a handfull of pre-war Silvertone televisions manufactured by RCA in 1939.  All major manufactures and retailers, including the Sears Roebuck Company, wanted to get in on the introduction of Television at the World’s Fair.  Sears commissioned a TRK-12, TRK-5 and TT-5 equivalent from RCA.  It is believed that these receivers were never sold to the public.  To date this is the only surviving sample of the table model version.  At present the set is not operational.  A restoration was started 20 years ago when the power transformer failed.  The covers are present to be used on the new transformer.  The rest of the chassis is complete and the knobs are original.  On the back of the chassis you can see that the Silvertone label was pasted over the RCA label.  The cabinet is in fair condition with the original finish.  I have a reproduction TT-5 back and the original box and top section of a back from a TRK-5.  Looking for best offer over 20k.   Phone or e-mail for more information.   Restoration of this set is possible if that is important.  Call or e-mail for more photos or information.  Jeff Lendaro jlandjl at Ameritech dot net or 317 773 3969. (5/12/08)

1951 Admiral TV console with Dynamagic Radio and TRIPLE-PLAY Automatic Phonograph and 10" speaker. Radio works fine and turntable spins but not sure if it will play records as I have no 45's, 33's or 78's Original 45 and 33 spindle for phonograph. Also original paperwork-instructions, etc. TV turns on with sound but only gets white lines, believe a couple bulbs are burnt out. Console/cabinet in excellent condition. Asking $250.00 or OBO, Shipping handled buy buyer. dodge.tom3 at gmail dot com 920-207-1854 (8/26/10)

This is an Admiral radio/phonograph/tv set - does need some restoration the phonograph is missing.  Probably from the late 40's era, from my grandparents home and sat in my parents home.  They wish to sell it and are in Massachusetts. There is a 45RPM phonograph that looks like it would fit with the set, but is not attached therefore I have no photos but would consider selling that with the set. Anyone interested please call 954-802-3225 after 5pm EST, offers considered but must include shipping or pick-up. (6/20/10)

I am interested in selling this vintage TV.  I have an old TV set that belonged to my grandfather who won it at a company raffle in 1954 in Mexico. The brand is one that no longer exists.  It is a Meck, though the proof of purchase, which we still hold intact, states that it was made by Scott Radio Laboratories Inc.  This TV set is not longer functional, but it was built in a wooden casing with wooden shutters. The invoice states that it has a 43 cm. screen 17 inch and the model name is aristocrat.  I am in Atlanta and I have shipped a couple of antiques with a very reliable company in the past at a very reasonable price.  Please contact me at philtaylor0 at yahoo dot com. (5/30/10)

For sale: Philco 1951 TV/Radio/Phono Console mahogany. All original. Haven't started the restoration yet, but will be working on it. Contact me if you want to buy all or part of it. I also have a early 1950's RCA Tv Console. I am assuming both are black and white. I am looking into what it would take to be able to play VHS on them. The arm of the record player is missing. The screen on the bottom of the Philco is intact, just needs cleaning. I will be doing as much as I enjoyable can until someone wants to purchase it/them. Located in Houston, TX. Price: $100 and parts negotiable if split up. Dottie, 713-591-0171. (5/29/10)

Admiral Console T.V., early '50's, model #4H1166B. Asking $250 OBO. Contact Gerry 847-370-0885 or email ged356 at comcast dot net (5/6/10)

For sale, an early, I'd venture a guess at late 50s to early 60s, portable black and white leather bound Philco Television set. Model #H2010. (how odd is that?) Plugged into 110 and turned on, a flickering, projected picture is visible and sound is heard. The case it self is in decent shape and the 110 cord is serviceable. but as would be expected,  no clear picture at this time.The only thing I found odd was the it looked like it had some sort of "feet" because there are 4 holes and an imprint on the bottom surface. If your interested, send me an E-Mail and we'll go from there. cptndirt at aol dot com (5/4/10)

1950s vintage RCA Console. Purchased new by my grandfather and was used by him until about 1961.  That's when our family inherited it and used it occasionally for several more years.  Stored in closet and now needs new home.  This set is ALL original.  I think it may have had a new CRT at some point.  $100 OBO??  Located in Oakland County, MI.  Call 517-332-8084, or email: fred.audioarts at prodigy dot net (4/28/10) 

Beautiful Dumont RA-104 Television Cabinet with television, phonograph (in drawer), and radio. Some scratches chips in exterior paint but beautiful all around. I have not hooked up to antenna/cable of any kind, but do get static picture when plugged in. See photos - although taken without flash so much better in person. Call or email with any questions:   Best Offer.  Must pick up in Southern California. 310.466.2014. ziggyent at aol dot com. (4/19/10)

I have an early 1950's Admiral "DX-53" Long Distance TV.  It is in great condition and we believe that it works!  It is in a mahogany console with a phono player that pulls out.  I also have all of the original manuals and tags. I would love to sell it.  I am located in Denver, CO.  It could be shipped at the buyers expense. Rachel Brown 719-569-0374. (3/30/10)

For Sale:1951 Stromberg Carlson model 116-CM (Provincial) television. Needs restoration. Best offer. Call 585 613 8908 anytime or send e-mail to jcg0522 at aol dot com. (3/27/10)

Amazing condition. TV appears to work. Antennas knobs great, located near Reno, Nevada. 541-210-7570. Roger. (3/25/10)

Early Magnavox tabletop B/W TV. Located in Central Texas, pickup only. 512-515-7804 (3/21/10)

Complete Dumont of Canadian Aviation Electronics model RA-170 minus the cabinet..Working when taken out of the cabinet..This includes everything including electronics, picture tube, front screen, speakers, speaker grill, knobs, etc.. Pictures upon request.. Will sell all or parts .Please contact me at va3ynk at gmail dot com (3/16/10)  

I have a 1947 Stromberg Carlson Westchester PGM12, serial number 10213 that is looking for a good home.  It is located in Doylestown PA. (just north of Philadelphia). Below is a link with some specifics on the unit and pictures. Email me if interested: jscatricks at hotmail dot com. (3/9/10) http://www.radiomuseum.org/r/stromberg_westchester_tv_12_pgm.html

For sale RCA 8TS30  1948. Set is complete but apart. All knobs are present. Needs full restoration. I don't have the time. Asking $150. Pick up only in central Ohio. Contact: rainey428 at yahoo.com. Thanks. (3-7-10)          

Pink plastic set from the 60's or 70s. 312 322 1134 or 312 922 3432 x 254. SRoss at architecture dot org (3/4/10)

For Sale: Late 40's Transvision Model A Chassis with new 16 inch tube and Factory cabinet in working condition, $250.  Can bring to meet at ETF in April or make arrangements to pick up in Augusta, GA. dpatterson002 at comcast dot net (1/27/10)

For Sale: Post War B/W RCA model #630TS. Works/cabinet mint! 480-688-4325 (Arizona) (1/13/10)

Dumont Teleset, Model RA109. Apparently Model RA109-A1, 1950.    Serial no 0916219.    Television with Radio. Allen B Dumont Laboratories, Inc, Passaic, NJ USA. Best Offer. Pick-up only: located in High Point, NC. Call 336-633-0390, leave a message with name and number. Call will be returned (11/25/09)

Dumont RA-103 Chatham “Doghouse”. Acquired at a local estate. It appears to be in great condition. Not sure if it works I have been advised not to plug it in because of a possible issue with the cord where it connects to the chassis. Slight fraying.  The set appears to be complete except for the left hand knob as shown. I’ve done some research and have found this to be a very desirable unit. Made in 1948 serial number 17329. If you are interested the unit must be picked up in Colchester CT. Only serious offers please, email me with questions and your offer. Mike mkruse at spalding dot com (10/24/09)

Wollensak model V-22 B&W TV, duo speakers. Contact Warren Park in Minneapolis, MN. wpark at comcast dot net or call 1-800-784-0711. BEST OFFER! (10/14/09)

1949-50 Dumont TV/Radio in wood Cabinet. It's my parents' original TV—non-working, but with innards intact. In Port Jervis, NY, and must be picked up. Asking for Best offer. contact: 845-856-6972 or alytadevi at me dot com (9/1/09)

For Sale: Sony Trinitron manufactured in October 1979 in fully working condition. Located in NJ. Model #KV-2643R. For Sale: Sony Trinitron manufactured in October 1979 in fully working condition. Located in NJ. Model #KV-2643R. Make me an offer. For Sale: Sony Trinitron manufactured in October 1979 in fully working condition. Located in NJ. Model #KV-2643R. Make me an offer. Contact: jassin at optonline dot net Contact: jassin at optonline dot net (2/8/10)

Looking to purchase early 2" quad tape drives and large studio cameras of all ages to add to the museum's display. Also looking for advertising material, original or scans. SMECC is a communications and computation museum located in Glendale Arizona. Thanks, Ed Sharpe, Archivist for SMECC. See the Museum's Web Site at www.smecc.org. We are always looking to buy items to add to the museum's display and ref. library - please advise if you have anything we can use. Coury House / SMECC, 5802 W. Palmaire Ave. Phone 623-435-1522. Glendale Az 85301 USA (4/26/10)

For Sale: Large collection of Television Broadcast Equipment, part of the International Cinema Museum collection of Chicago. Partial listing , many more items:
     

      Cameras RCA B&W TK 11, 14, 60, military iconoscope Color TK 41, 42, 44, 76
      GE B &W and Color, Marconi B&W and Color
      10 plus smaller newer camers
      RCA console, Peramulator, tripods, dollies RCA and GE projection televisions circa late 40's and 70's

      Ampex 2" portable transport, IVC 1" deck
      Dumont electrocam (16mm film camera ) with much original documentation and hardware.
      Two camera cranes, lighting pantograph's, lighting,
      Zenith phonovision system and promotional films
      Film chain cameras and projectors Cohu, RCA, Dumont Prototype 16mm color film chain camera late 40's

      Lots of hardware and power supplies, cables, misc for cameras.

There are many many items you are welcome to come and see the collection in Chicago. Please call or email for more information
Carey Williams 773-332-6121 wasp3245 at aol dot com Thank you (6/6/08)

RCA WANTED: I am looking to purchase a RCA 210K356 vintage TV set or similar, working or not working. Please contact: Ellen; ellen (at) ellensimich (dot) com. (6/3/10)

WANTED:  Looking for vintage console TV in Southern California.  Please call Mike 562-900-7311 or m.ondeck at Verizon.net (1/21/10)

I am looking for a 1960’s portable/tabletop television for a theatre production.  It needs to be working.  The production is all black and white so I am hoping to find something that fits that color scheme. Thanks, Sarah Carraher, Prop Shopper, McCarter Theatre, Princeton, NJ scarraher at mccarter dot org (12/16/09)

I have two items, both untested, clean and from an estate. I offer them to you or your members free for pickup or I will deliver or meet within a reasonable distance from Troy, NY. They are:  RCA Universal Color Test Jig and Model 10J106 B&K 1077B Television Analyst. Bob G. at rbgenthner at msn dot com, 518 686-3277. (8/6/10)

1952 Motorola Better See promotional display. I am asking $750 for it. It is 6 feet high by 9 feet wide and is 3 pieces that bolt together. A nice collectable for any tv collector. Dan, 509-659-4292 (7/19/10)

Selling a BK Precision 467 picture tube restorer/analyzer with the socket adapters for $20 plus shipping. I have had the unit for over 15 years and it hasn't even been plugged in for over a decade, so I do not know what kind of condition it is in. If you are still looking or are interested at all, let me know (also let me know where you are located). Pics or other info avail upon request. bradwall at gmail dot com (4/22/10)

For Sale: Rebuilt 16DP4 by Hawkeye.  Used only two hours.  Can bring to meet or can ship, $100. dpatterson002 at comcast dot net (1/29/10)

Masks for Motorola VT-71 and VT-73 televisions are now available at Renovated Radios. Look in the Parts page near the bottom. These masks are made of a foam very similar to the original mask. Originals were sprayed on the face with a gray paint, probably to cut down on reflections. These reproductions are dyed gray so you won't have to paint them. The one on the left is the repro, on the right is the original. (*)

Now available for sale: Replacement for the vertical dynamic convergence transformer for the RCA CT100 color TV. Price $200. I will pot the new transformer in your old transformer housing using silicone rubber for an additional $40.

The vertical dynamic convergence transformer in the RCA CT100 color TV is subject to a high failure rate for several reasons. First, the transformer is would with very fine wire, (#40 and # 43 gauge). This fine wire is subject to damage due to corrosion caused by acids and impurities in the materials used to construct the transformer, and from moisture intrusion into the pitch which was used to pot the transformer. The pitch expands and contracts with temperature, and develops cracks. In addition to moisture intrusion, the movement of the pitch may lead to mechanical failure of the fine wires where they are joined to the larger external lead wires. The failure modes show up as open circuits on either the primary, or more frequently, the secondary windings. While this will not cause any damage to the TV, it will prevent proper convergence, and may lead to loss of focus voltage at the CRT.

Second, is the 3-4KV DC focus voltage applied to the secondary of the transformer. This makes the transformer prone to arcing or shorting from secondary to primary. This can lead to a more catastrophic failure. If a short develops from secondary to primary, all the power from the focus rectifier is dissipated into the focus potentiometer. And if the wiper of the focus pot is near the high potential side, all the power is dissipated in a small portion of the resistive element of the potentiometer, burning it out in a matter of only a few seconds.

I have seen several convergence transformers which were open circuit at the start of a CT100 restoration, and have witnessed two transformers short out after the set was restored and powered up, resulting in the destruction of one focus potentiometer. This is what has inspired me to take on the challenge of having a replacement transformer built. These transformers have been installed in several CT100 TVs, as well as Westinghouse, Silvertone and Sylvania 15" color TVs.

So you 15" color TV owners may want to consider one of these replacement transformers. Supplies are limited, with no assurance of future availability.

Any questions email or call. I will bring several transformers to the ETF convention. If you think you will buy one at the convention, please let me know so I bring enough.

John K. Folsom Jr., 450 Golden Dove Ave. N.E., Palm Bay, Fl. 32907 jfolsomjr at cfl dot rr dot com. (321) 725 - 3462 (*)

We have designed a simple modulator to be used with British 405 line TV sets. It can also be used with Pre-1945 (AM sound) American sets. We ordered a number of printed circuit boards, and are making them available to anyone who needs one at my cost of $25 or 15 Pounds Sterling, including postage to the U.S. or Europe. More information or order online. 

The Early Television Foundation has had some custom items made, and we are making them available to collectors:   

Contact the Foundation for more information. These items can be ordered online.

Wanted Channel selector knob and Channel ring with numbers 1 through 13 for a 630 TS.  I have a serviceable selector knob but really need the channel number ring.  Got one?    What's your price? Edward Hill. eohyjh at hotmail dot com (1/21/10)

Wanted: Volume control knob for what I'm told is a 1949 Magnavox, chassis number CT-255. Thanks, Randy randy.kallevig at gmail dot com. (1/21/10)

WANTED:  Crosley AC-146756 Horiz Output Transformer or equal replacement.  For 10-401 TV receiver that I am repairing.  If you have something, let me know cost and how to pay.  Email to johnbackscheider at gmail dot com (1/21/10)

Looking for a working 24AP4 round CRT for a Muntz TV. Contact Mike at 303-766-1053 email at Mhh1961 at yahoo dot com. (10/2/09)

Beware of an offer from Luis or Frank Gold from Spain to sell antique TV sets. He apparently takes photos off the internet and claims he has sets for sale. He approached us about a rare Mars set he said he had. When we asked for pictures he sent photos of a 1950s Emerson and a 1950 RCA console missing its chassis. He also attempted to sell another collector a CT-100 for $100. (3/17/08)

Amptech Systems, Warren, Ohio, provides Restoration and Maintenance Service for Great Lakes Region clients. We primarily service Postwar B/W TV, 21" Color TV, Radio, Hi-Fi, and Tube Automobile Radio. Restoration & Post-Restoration Maintenance available.  We also have Reproductions of sheet metal parts such as back covers and HV cages.  We are also equipped to service some Prewar TV models. Cabinet Refinishing and Repair available.  We have two fully-equipped shops, four service benches, two technicians with more than 25 years’ Vintage Electronics experience each. We also perform In-Home Service (Post-Restoration Maintenance Only, Limited Service Area). www.amptechsystems.com 330-372-5401. (3/16/10) 

Jeff Weinberg  W8CQ has purchased the Peter Dahl Co., which makes custom replacement transformers for vintage electronic equipment. Harbach Electronics, LLC, 468 County Road 620, Polk, OH  44866-9711. http://www.harbachelectronics.com, http://www.pwdahl.com

Vintage TV and Radio Restoration. Have parts chassis, some CRTs and plenty of restored and unrestored sets. Had three TV shope. I'm located on Long Island, New York. You can reach me at (631) 667-5247. Vaughn.