Hallicrafters appealed to a very wide market, from broadcast
receivers to professional communications equipment. They made much low
cost gear that appealed to those who were just entering ham radio so a
great many hams had Hallicrafters receivers to start with. For the most
part it offered good value. Hallicrafters also realized the importance
of making gear that was attractive visually. Some of it was of classic
design. So, not only is it fondly remembered but is very attractive to
collect and restore. Bill Halligan found a very successful combination
of markets and, until the Japanese and others blew out the U.S.
manufacturing, was one of the most successful companies in the business.
I am another who started with Hallicrafters (an S-38B).
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On 3/23/2025 11:01 AM, don Root wrote:
It’s also contagious, so be even more careful!
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Richard Knoppow
Los Angeles
WB6KBL
SKCC 19998
