Whoa! Paintin' with a kinda broad brush ain't ya there partner?Most of so called "restorers" have little understanding of what they are doing. Add here attempt to cut corners if unit is destined for sale, rather than personal use. So it is better buy original and restore it either yourself (if have enough knowledge), or work done by trusted engineer. But in the latter case it could be overall cheaper to buy modern device instead.
Just came from experience seeing butchered units. I saw some very well restored audio gear, but prices were at antiquities level.Paintin' with a kinda broad brush ain't ya partner?
Rich P
Most of so called "restorers" have little understanding of what they are doing. Add here attempt to cut corners if unit is destined for sale, rather than personal use. So it is better buy original and restore it either yourself (if have enough knowledge), or work done by trusted engineer. But in the latter case it could be overall cheaper to buy modern device instead.
I would think a much better investment would be gold or silver.