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links to web sites and sources/suppliers These links have all been checked for current operation (December 2011) though not all sites were 'current' in that they had not been recently updated - see comments about the link. If any broken links are subsequently found, I would be obliged for an email alerting me as I have no wish to waste the time of visitors to this site. ON THIS PAGE: Restorers web sites and/or email addresses. For suppliers of spares and materials, click on the above button. GRILLES will take you to a page with examples of Sid Chaplin's grille fabrics - also accessible from the SUPPLIERS page. I have received prompt, courteous service from many of the following sources, but please note that I have no connection with them in any way whatsoever other than as an occasional customer of some of the suppliers myself, or as an observer in the case of the sites. Information given on this page is mostly transcribed from text provided by the source mentioned or the site operators therefore, though offered in good faith, I take no responsibility for any loss incurred. The links are placed roughly in categories i.e. radios for sale, data, components etc, but many suppliers offer a comprehensive service and if you are in doubt it almost always will pay you to contact them by e-mail or telephone.
BAKELITE If Bakelite interests you, whether radio cabinet or not, a visit to this site is an absolute must. Lots to read, filled with Jools' infectious good humour together with great pictures. Just the BEST there is. Take a look on http://bakelite_world_2001.tripod.com/itsbakeliteyouknow/index.html Be advised that there was great difficulty in accessing the site on a recent visit. If you find the link not working, copy the link and paste directly into your browser. That should bring the site up.
RESTORERS Many people ask how they can contact a reliable restorer for their vintage radio. If you need this service, check the section immediately below... Contact the Vintage Vet in Leicester, UK for servicing and repairs to all valve audio and radio. Anything from a quick safety check to a full restoration can be carried out in our fully equipped workshop. We are pleased to offer FREE ADVICE and QUOTATIONS and all work carries a FULL 12 MONTH GUARANTEE. vintage.vet(at)ntlworld.com or vintagevet09(at)gmail.com Email: (replace the '(at)' with '@' Mobile: 07986 495793
Malcolm Bennett: http://www.valve.demon.co.uk
Malcolm is a restorer of vintage radios, and supplies valves and service
information as well as offering a complete renovation service. His
website, Vintage Radios UK, is well presented and
logical and easily navigated. It needs to be - with the
mass of information available! A very full, useful
and interesting site to read and look around, with lots of unusual links
to other sites.
Past Times Radio: www.pasttimesradio.co.uk Another fine UK site! Lots of material to interest both the new and seasoned enthusiast. Vintage restorations are described along with a service sheet for the set in question - free download. Also, a growing collection of dial scans, used to reproduce broken dial glasses. Full restoration facilities are on offer and there's lots more to interest the vintage radio restorer and collector, including sets for sale, either in restorable form or ready restored and guaranteed. An attractive, quality UK site with an individual approach.
Radio Memories: http://www.radio-memories.co.uk/ Like many of us, Brian is a member of BVWS. His site is full of great pictures of vintage sets, especially with links to Radio Rentals. There's knowledgeable comment about the way the trade worked - especially in regard to the 'alternate' makes supplied to the lesser dealers! Lots to see, well set out, easily navigable and very professional in appearance. A museum, sales and service offers complete a full and absorbing trip down memory lane. Very, very nice stuff indeed.
http://www.vintagewireless.net Martin Scobie says: 'More and more of my time is now taken up with the work that I most enjoy, that is, repair and restoration of any classic radio receiver, all makes and all types. I am available by Telephone or E-MAIL if you would like advice on any aspect of your project. No job is too big or too small, I'm always happy to talk.' Letters of approval from highly satisfied customers make this site a must for a visit if you are seeking a reliable restoration service.
GENERAL UK VINTAGE RADIO/TV WEB SITES This is a great site, hosted by my friend Jim. Much to see, attractively presented and with intelligent comment. His amusing asides on his childhood experiments with old TVs would make today's safety-conscious types cringe in fear! Lots of interesting content. Well worth a good look. Unfortunately, the site has not been revised and the content is now some years old so some of the links are no longer current - but that doesn't detract from the value and timelessness of the material on the site. The site had not been updated since 2004 at the time of my visit (December 2011) -------------------- A must-see for the television enthusiast is Steve Pendlebury's OLD TELLYS site. At the time of checking (December 2011) the site had not been updated since 2007. Tons of stuff here for the 405 and 625 line collectors and restorers right up to early colour sets. Steve writes clearly and with authority - the mark of the professional, I think. Have your say in the forum, look around the gallery or learn a little about the subject on one of the many technical pages. ---------------------- Paul Stenning: http://www.vintage-radio.com Paul operates an exceptionally large site, full of information and help for the vintage radio enthusiast. Valve radio theory, service information and valve data CD - ROMS are among the things offered. Another of the best sites for the subject to be found anywhere on the web, well worth a really good look. Lots of information and items on offer from an experienced and knowledgeable technologist and enthusiast. Excellent reviews of books and equipment, too. Paul's latest site update has increased the size considerably. Among the highlights is a novel and low-cost battery radio power supply, using a quadruple rectifier ladder to achieve HT voltage from a low voltage transformer. Well worth considering. Paul is well known for his excellent series of Vintage Radio circuit Data CD-ROMS. He has recently published his volume three CD. TO READ THE REVIEW: VINTAGE RADIO CIRCUIT DATA No.2 and 3, Click on 'Things to Read' for a full review of these invaluable CD-ROMs. Visit Paul's site for details of his high quality products and an enjoyable, educational look at a superb example of how web sites should look. ------------------------ Vintage Radios: www.vintage-technology.info This is a recent and truly excellent site, attractively designed and clearly set out. A very professional job, in fact. ---------------- http://switch.to/portabletubes If you like to see quality sites, and have an interest in valve portables, you should bookmark this impressive and unusual new address. A MUST SEE site For all valve portable radio enthusiasts. ----------------- http://www.vintage-radio-resources.com/ Now based in New Zealand. A very useful site, offering lots of spares and other items to NZ customers. Well organised too, with much to interest the enthusiast. ------------------- British Vintage Wireless Society: http://www.bvws.org.uk If you're into clubs, this is one of the best. -------------------- American radios on a British site... and well worth a look at this new and very promising website. Already showing a wealth of pictures of great American designs. -------------------- www.thestudioeonevalveradio.org.uk This is a site that unaccountably I've missed - until now. The theme of the site is the work of Gilbert Davey, author of 'Fun with Radio' and other books, and a children's TV broadcaster. The site is tastefully presented and the text is literate and very readable. It is truly a pleasure to find such a classy website as this. See for yourself - you won't regret spending the time to visit.
Here's a link to a new and excellent American site: VintageRadio.com is BRAND NEW! All classifieds and features are completely FREE! We are about a lot more than classified ads! We have a forum, a blog, an articles page, a photo gallery, an events calendar, and an interactive links page.
All the above sites have been checked for content and found to be both of interest to the vintage radio enthusiast and clear of any item likely to cause offence at the time of checking. No responsibility will be accepted by Vintage Radio World for errors and problems beyond our control. Please bear in mind that web sites and web providers vary enormously in terms of advertising content and ethical matters. If your browser or firewall warns of danger, it is safest to steer clear. There are very many more sites than the small selection shown. A 'Google' will bring most to light. If you are wondering why your site isn't listed, please consider this: VRW will only list sites that are (a) relevant to vintage radio (b) well set-up and informative, not simply sales pitches (c) that are prepared to offer an immediate reciprocal link, preferably on a dedicated links page, as this page is. If you cannot meet these basic requirements, please accept apologies for refusal. Vintage Radio World can be reached by emailing on tony(at)vintageradioworld.co.uk - replace the 'at' with @ - |
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