what kind of batteries do i use for my Field Telephone Set D.MK.V ?

[Jon Skagfeld]

Originally Posted by jeff davis

I used two d cell
regards
Jeff

"X" cells were originally used. Now unobtainium, they were 1 1/2 Volts with brass screw terminals. Two were used per phone. The cells were carbon zinc...really old battery chemistry and subject to leakage.

I've heard of, but not seen, modern "D" cells used in a jury-rigged fixture.