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| Reviews Summary for R.C.A. AR-88 Shortwave Communications Receiver |
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Reviews: 1
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Average rating: 5.0/5
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MSRP: $$495.00 (1944, approx.)
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Description: Classic WW2-vintage "boat anchor" general coverage shortwave receiver.
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VE3CUI
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Rating: 5/5
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Mar 6, 2009 11:52
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Top Notch, Even By 2009 Standards!
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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It absolutely AMAZES me that no one has yet bothered to generate a review of this classic, venerable stalwart from WW2, the AR-88 --- and ALL of its derivatives...
I procured my 100-pound behemoth in the early 90's, for the princely sum of $150.00. I'd wanted one ever since I first saw photos of the AR-88 for sale in Montreal, courtesy of then "North American Electronics, Ltd.", in 1969.
This is one WW2-era receiver that can hold its own easily copying SSB on the 10-meter band. That's pretty advanced, considering its vintage. The construction is first-class all the way, too, and oh that glow from the radio dial! Mine has the rare S-meter, too, and is 100% stock --- it even has the factory-installed alignment rods and allen wrenches inside, too!
What a beautiful example of 1940's "...a-place-for-everything-and-everything-in-its-place" practicality & functionality. I just love this thing.
PS: I have PAGES of scanned literature specific to the rig: if anyone reading this would like to expand their personal AR-88 library, please let me know --- I'll be only too happy to share. ~73~ Eddy VE3CUI - VE3XZ (gswynar@durham.net)
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