It is reflecting the end of an era relating to WW2 and maybe Korea. I first bought from Fair back in the 1970s and still have a few catalogues. Prices were realistic back then, paying $120 for a complete GRC109 set. The likes of Sabre Industies in Winterpeg are history as are most regional surplus stores.
There is also the paranoia post 911 of everything ex military being used by nefarious people. I was bored one month so spent time going through the ITAR rules. They are focused on modern material that could be a threat not WW2 signals equipment. I think businesses have enough sales in the CONUS to use ITAR as an excuse not to sell.
It hasn't stopped US hams from importing UK Clansman or Bowman stuff.
Maybe one has to form a mercenary group to receive nice toys.
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11-09-23, 16:52
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