FT-243 crystals have pins spaced 1/2 inch apart, and are used in MANY ham radios made from
the 1940s through 1970s. They are also used in countless military sets such as the BC-611, TRC-77 and GRC-109 etc.
Note: Some of these are original FT243 crystals, some are reworked surplus units with
wire lead crystals inside as described in tube transmitter articles using them in CQ Magazine
and detailed technical analysis in Electric Radio Magazine.
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HFU HF Underground“We seek to understand and document all radio transmissions, legal and otherwise, as part of the radio listening hobby. We do not encourage any radio operations contrary to regulations. Always consult with the appropriate authorities if you have questions concerning what is permissable in your locale.”HF Underground is the best online resource for what's happening on shortwave. &... READ MORE
- Robert Nickels (W9RAN), 03/67/2022
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Every Saturday morning the Vintage Single Sideband net begins on or near 3842 kilo CYCLES. The Vintage Sideband Net welcomes your tube type or hybrid radio of ANY age to check-in. Newer radios sold in 1979 or before OR have a rotary bandswitch knob, will be granted Vintage Status by Net Control and are OK to check in. However, if you try to sneak in with a modern radio you WILL suffer the wrath of... READ MORE
- Robert Nickels (W9RAN), 03/64/2022
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The members of the MCRN are dedicated to the preservation, restoration and operation of vintage ham transmitters, receivers, related equipment and ham radio history. The MCRN starts at 7:30 CDT every Saturday morning on 3.885MHz following the WA9ZTY Vintage AM Group session. All net traffic is conducted in the amplitude modulation mode only. Regular net control stations are N9CQX (Ne... READ MORE
- Robert Nickels (W9RAN), 03/61/2022
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Your #1 source for new replacement can capacitors and complete re-cap kits for any vintage radio. If we don't have it listed, we can make it - just tell us what you need using the "Request for Quote" tab on our website. Thanks for your business!... READ MORE
- Robert Nickels (W9RAN), 02/34/2022
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Old QSL Cards - W9GFQ, W0GFQ Leo Meyerson... READ MORE
- Bradley Stone (stonebs), 10/280/2020
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