Hello, I have 2 box tv's that need to go along with some other various things in the basement. Is anyone available in the northcenter area around 10AM today 5/10/2016?
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Hello, I have 2 box tv's that need to go along with some other various things in the basement. Is anyone available in the northcenter area around 10AM today 5/10/2016?
really this is not craigslist please go back and read what this forum is about
Could be a hidden Easter Egg waiting to be found.
History of the Television Set
Several different inventors from various countries all played a significant part in developing the television. In the early 1900s, inventors had managed to produce machines that could transmit and receive very rudimentary images but only over short distances. The earliest devices did not use film footage; they instead used still images. The rapid projection of images gave the illusion of a moving image. In 1926, John Logie Baird gave the first successful demonstration of moving images on a television screen. For this reason, Baird is often credited with inventing the television set. The early television devices that followed only had 30 lines of resolution, which was the bare minimum to transmit a recognizable image of a face.
Television set technology continued to progress from these initial innovations. By the 1970s, most households had a television. Apart from a few novelty editions, very few collectors show any interest in collecting televisions after this point because they are generally regarded as far less aesthetically pleasing and also because they are too common to be of high value.
Popular Vintage Television Models
Some collectors choose to collect only pre-war mechanical models, while other collectors ignore these in favor of post-war electrical models. Many collectors choose television sets based on their aesthetic appeal, although some choose them based on the cultural importance of a piece. For most, the choice is personal, based on taste and preference. Some choose a particular decade or a particular manufacturer.
It is important to remember that as with all vintage goods, the television sets in mint or excellent condition fetch much higher prices than those that are severely damaged. However, many collectors are also restorers, so provided the damage is not too extensive, some collectors will still buy vintage television sets in poor condition for a reduced fee if they think they will be able to restore them to their former glory.
Certain television models are more popular with collectors than others, and these will fetch a higher price because of their scarcity or importance. Here are six of the most highly prized vintage television sets among collectors.
1. Bush TV22
The Bush TV22 is one of the most sought-after and highly regarded vintage television sets. It was first produced in 1950, and production ended shortly thereafter in 1952. The Bush TV22 was one of the first "compact" television sets, and it was also among the first to contain an aluminum cathode-ray tube. The shell of the set was made from Bakelite, which was a very popular material during the 1950s and 1960s. The cost of a Bush TV22 was the equivalent of two months' salary for the average working person. This vintage television model was one of the first with a user-operated tuner. Prior to this model, if a new station needed to be tuned in or if the television was moved, it had to be taken to an electrical store to be tuned back to the appropriate station. This TV has a 9-inch screen, and there is a Bakelite-framed magnification attachment to increase screen size.
2. Ferguson 306
The Ferguson 306 is another wildly popular vintage television model. This is a very large, heavy TV set. In addition to a television, this system also incorporates a record player and a radio. The Ferguson 306 is set in a large wooden cabinet with two large speakers at the bottom. The television is located in the top right portion, and the radio and record player are in the top left section. The whole system was made to be concealed by the high-quality wooden cabinet doors. This entertainment set was produced during the mid to late 1950s, and there are very few examples that are in good condition. Like many wooden television sets that have survived the intervening years, most existing Ferguson 306 models are riddled with woodworm and need a full restoration.
3. Eko TMB 272
The Eko TMB 272 is one of the first portable television sets. As such, it is highly desirable. It was introduced in 1955 and has a Bakelite chassis. Although it was advertised as portable, it is actually very heavy and not well suited to being carried around. These sets have a tuner and an extendable antenna so that users could try to receive a signal anywhere. The Eko TMB 272s were popular with those who went camping and who vacationed in a caravan or an RV because these TV sets allowed them to still have access to television programs. These sets also were very popular in the broadcasting world, as they were used as portable monitors. When shooting footage or broadcasting live, presenters and production staff could watch for flaws or errors on these portable television sets.
4. GE 800 Series
The General Electric 800 series A, B, and C are all very popular machines. These models are small, compact televisions with a Bakelite chassis. They have 9-inch screens and feature a tuner, volume control, and channel changer located beneath the screen with the speakers. Models in good condition with no wear or visible damage fetch the best prices. Pristine models with the bakelite chassis in perfect condition are highly prized. Models with significant aesthetic damage or wear have limited value and are usually purchased by collectors for spare parts.
5. Sony KV-1320UB Trinitron
The Sony KV-1320UB Trinitron was released in 1968, and it marked Sony's first foray into the world of color television. Although not as aesthetically pleasing as some earlier models, this particular television set is held in high regard by collectors because of its importance and its scarcity. To be of interest to collectors, these televisions must be in very good condition, although sets in moderate condition may be of interest to collectors who would like to pursue restoration projects. The Trinitron sets have a metal outer chassis that houses the channel changer, tuner, volume control, and speakers, and the television screen sits in the middle of a plastic chassis.
6. Keracolor Televisions
All the keracolor units are highly prized by most post-war television collectors, and there are even some who choose to collect Keracolor models exclusively. Keracolor televisions were produced during the 1970s and were part of the space age design craze. They are spherical; made from either fiberglass, polycarbonate, or wood; and have a rectangular screen. With screens available in 20-, 24-, and 26-inch sizes, there are a variety of different models, including a hanging unit that was designed to be suspended from the ceiling. All these vintage Keracolor television models are incredibly popular among collectors who find the design innovative and aesthetically pleasing.
Forum is about helping others and this fellow is offering some free stuff to someone in the area. Those older television sets could be of value to a collector or even have a rare vacuum tube worth thousands of dollars not to mention silver capacitors.Quote:
Originally Posted by travistemple202020
I'm always on the hunt for rare vacuum tubes, collectors pay dearly for these.
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When people ask me what do I sell on eBay, I'm usually stuck for an answer. I once sold the Bakelite knobs from a WWII communication radio and got a tad over $500.00
The oil filled caps went in the neighbourhood of $300.00, I even sold the chassis parts and screws all as separate lots, it was the only shipping option I had for his radio as it weighed around 90 pounds so dismantling netted me some serious profit.
Even if the oil caps are leakers the vintage radio collectors will buy them as they pull the guts out then install modern caps the oil can is to make the project look authentic.
The vintage guitar guys freak over these Bumble Bee caps which can be found inside old electric organs.
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Be sure to check the sold listings to get an idea of what sells and at what price the item sold for check the winning bidders country of origin, Japanese collectors do not have the same waste stream we have in North America and what appears as common trash ie: collectable item maybe hard to find in another country, selling from Canada is a handicap for me when it comes to shipping so the rarity and sold price dictates what I will offer on auction.Quote:
Originally Posted by mikeinreco
the only one found in sold listings went for $260Quote:
Originally Posted by alloy2
Holy Toledo alloy2 that is some serious cash for them tubes etc . I knew some had value but I did not know we were talking thousands...I recently had some kicking around that I threw out because I was afraid they were going to break and become a problem.
I think I just peed myself. >:l
The best I've done is in the hundreds, still keeping an eye open for those more valuable vacuum tubes.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kalvlin
Best scrap yard deal took in a small load of white metal you guys call it shred anyhow the load was only worth about $15.00 and the yard wanted to give me an IOU but rather than take the paper traded it for a bunch of vacuum tubes in an old flight training simulator they had in the yard.
Filled four pails with German manufactures gold pin amp tubes used in early computer.
Always on the lookout for Mazda light bulbs as seen below Christmas lights but this company also made regular type light bulbs, industrial type for tractors and auto.
Any old abandoned farm house I come across the attic is where the X-mass junk gets stashed away, basement is usually a good place to find old fired clay crocks and jugs.
Don't ask me what I sell on ebay, because I wont know until I see or find it.
Anyone up for dryer lint, crafts people make fancy paper out of the lint.
Moose poop how about a set of earrings.
Some history on the Mazda brand, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mazda_(light_bulb)
Funny youtube cartoon Felix the cat buying inferior light bulbs for his car with a happy ending Mazda lamps save the day er night, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfFFs0SnHtQ
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Found this old lamp the other day and because of its obvious age first thing I did was unscrew the bulb hoping it was a Mazda, unfortunately there were no markings at all on the bulb.
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Yes! Absolutely! I will pay you $50 if you will send them to me and if I hear back from you before the end of the day.
A fellow I met in Cawston BC several years back had a very very large mercury arc rectifier that came out of an old submarine, the vacuum tube was at least 5 feet tall.
Youtube of a small one in action.
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Send you goats over to prune my trees.Quote:
Originally Posted by hobo finds
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I sold some tubes at a yard sale for $10 and guy that bought them questioned me if they worked! LOL I said for $10 find out!!!!
all your goat are belong to usQuote:
Originally Posted by hobo finds
You inspired me to go dig out some tubes that my neighbor gave me last summer. RCA tubes in the boxes in an RCA repairman's case.Quote:
Originally Posted by alloy2
Looks like a few of them are worth some decent money, maybe $75 a piece. But now I would need a tester to be able to get top dollar. Otherwise it seems like you only get a fraction of what the are potentially worth. Ugh ... do I want to bother? Looks like there is probably a whole new learning curve there as well.
The day I quit learning something new my toes will be pointing upwards, here's a Lafayette tube tester coming off in less than an hour for $49.99. Teach the wife how to use it a family that plays together stays together.Quote:
Originally Posted by HipoGear
If the woman decides to divorce you she'll get half what you own minus the debt so may as well have her earn her share.
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I will be going to bed shortly (my wife has to be up at 4AM), and I will have t consider that to be the end of my offer. As desparate as you sounded, I figured you would be checking all day and fielding offers from the community you have belonged to so many day (I have read all of your post). Good luck on getting the www.oldtvforum.com and www.basementcleaners.com members to help you out and buy your crap.Quote:
Originally Posted by t00nces2
Thanks Ally. I was considering that one ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by alloy2
anyone run to get the worthless TVs yet?
There's just one problem Alloy, we don't all have your kind of brain. See, a lot of us are intelligent folks, sure, but while you can probably store a Wikipedia article's worth of info about vintage vacuum tubes made in three towns along the Rhine River in eastern Germany, AND remember where all the 23 tubes you personally own are in your shop at any moment, I on the other hand still have to look at the instructions on the back of the Mac & Cheese box because I haven't made it in 4 days.Quote:
Originally Posted by alloy2