Radio starter

[Dick.1]

Hi Dick,

I would also recommend a 40's / 50's valve radios with a Mains transformer. This is because there are high voltages on both types of radio (and both could be somewhat dangerous), however at least when there is a mains transformer all voltages on the secondary are isolated from the Live Mains, so you can check voltages without danger of getting a belt off of mains supply.
I personally like 1930's radios, they are basic in most cases, but do generally have great valves and components and are (generally) very easy to repair and get valves for if needed.

Cheers,
Alan.

Thanks Alan
I'm used to working with low/medium voltage supplies when I was at work & usually try to avoid getting a jolt where possible 
I can see me ending up with about 10 radio's at the same time as I've been asking around a few places, never thought of going as far back as between the wars .
Part of the fun though !

Dick.