Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Mario Filippi, who writes:
Schulman auctions is now live with the latest batch of ham and other radio equipment. Lots of interesting radios available.
https://schulmanauction.hibid.com/
Thank you for the tip, Mario! Some amazing variety in this latest auction!
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Mario Filippi (N2HUN), who writes:
I recently purchased a pair of LED strip light headbands from Amazon for use while doing jobs around the house in areas where the lighting is poor.
These might be helpful also for SWLs and hams, especially for listening at night when in the field. They boast a 220 degree arc of light, high/low/flasher settings, rear red flasher, USB rechargeable, weigh about 5 ounces and are more comfortable than the older bulky headlamps.
There are many different versions of these strip LED lights available so you can shop around for the one that best fits your needs.
Click here to view on Amazon.com (affiliate link).
This is excellent, Mario. Thank you for sharing. I’m a huge fan of headlamps, but I’ve never seen an LED strip headlamp–I see where that wide arc of light would be useful.
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Mario Filippi, who writes:
While perusing through a 1959 Lafayette Radio sales flyer, this hybrid radio/sunglasses radio was spotted (see image above). Put a huge smile on my face–a three-transistor, germanium diode model hihi. Runs on a Mercury battery which were common years back.
That is fantastic, Mario! Love it.
I can tell you that I think Spectra-Radio seem a lot cooler than Google Glasses! Thank you for sharing!
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Mario Filippi (N2HUN), who writes:
Not sure if you are familiar with this site, run by Tony, WB2JKJ, a NYC school teacher and a great guy:
https://www.hamradiomanuals.com/
I’ve dealt with him in the past with excellent satisfaction. I know that many manuals can be found free on-line, but if that isn’t the case, Tony may have it.
He’s also involved with teaching city school kids about amateur radio and welcomes donations of ham radio gear. I’ve donated items to his cause and felt good about it: http://www.wb2jkj.org/
He always follows up with a nice thank you letter from the school.
Thank you so much for sharing this recommendation, Mario!
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Mario Filippi, who writes:
Schulman Auctions scheduled another on-line auction, lots of ham gear and accessories. A few shortwave radios in this auction.
Thanks for the tip, Mario! Looks like the online auction starts in two days (from time of posting). Lots of great gear to browse!
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Mario Filippi, who notes a National Panasonic Cougar RF-2200 that’s currently available on eBay. The Cougar is an Asian version of the venerable Panasonic RF-2200.
This model appears to have an original box in great shape. The price is steep, though at roughly US $563.35 as a Buy It Now listing although it does include free economy shipping from Japan. The seller also notes, “The first stage of the antenna is removed, so it is bonded.” Not exactly sure what that means and am guessing it’s a machine translation from Japanese.
Mario notes that most of the Cougar 2200s he spots on eBay are from sellers in Japan and at a recent auction one fetched $400.
Thanks for the tip, Mario!
Curious if any Post readers have the Cougar 2200? I’ve never seen one in real life, but I assume the differences between it and the RF-2200 or DR22 is branding and power cord? Please feel free to comment if you own one.
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Mario Filippi (N2HUN), who shares a link to HamEstate.com: an online site that simplifies the process of selling radio gear from family estates.
I was not familiar with this site, but it appears they have good reviews. Possibly an option for families who’ve no one to help them sell a loved one’s gear. Of course, you might enjoy browsing their offerings as well!
Click here to check out HamEstate.com.
Thanks for the tip, Mario!
