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Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age
group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. |
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I'll be 50 here real shortly.
Ben wrote in message oups.com... Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. |
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I'm 53, I've been collecting since 1970.
A ham since '90 or '91 I think. Ron |
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... wrote: Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. 48 - will be 49 in a couple more months. Have been interested and screwing around with Electronics since I was about 8. Took electronics up in High School shop. Got Novice ticket in 80, moved up to Tech about a year later. Moved to Extra about 8 years later. Went on to get Commercial license. Own my own electronics company. clf |
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I guess that I am the "old man" 62 (1959 started)
wrote in message oups.com... Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. |
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been a ham for 26 years been a BA nut for about 22 years wrote in message oups.com... Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. |
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Greetings! I am 51. I got the bug at about 15 years of age. Wanted to
become a ham in 1970, but the prices scared me off. Got my ticket in Feb. 2000. First radio, 1925 Splitdorff picked up for $3.00, and I still have it. Have a great week! Jon in South Carolina. |
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I'm 61 Novice License 1955 General License 1956 Extra Class Permit 2003 |
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I'm 59, got my novice in 1960, "CONDITIONAL" in 1961, extra in 1995. Still
have my DX-100 and SX-71, white face. -- Regards, Gary...WZ1M wrote in message oups.com... Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. |
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Interesting thread.
I just turned 47 last week. Got my Novice in July 1977 while in College at Delaware Tech (club call sign was WB3CSM; long since defunct). Upgraded to General and then Advanced within just a few months. Finally got around to the Extra in 1990. Got the vanity call in 1996. Always a CW operator, not much fone. Been a fan of tube gear and of QRP ever since the beginning. I can't recall a time when I didn't have some of each kicking around the shack. Not a collector; more of a dabbler. I buy 'em, fix 'em up, make a QSO or two, then sell 'em. My fun is in the repair and restoration, I guess. Looking back over my nearly 29 years of hamming, the majority of folks at hamfests have been made up of two groups: old timers and very-newcomers. Still that way today. I think the mainstream hams do more of their shopping on eBay and the 1-800 numbers. 73, Dean K5DH (formerly WB3JBG, KA5JVU, KC5NG) In article .com, says... Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. |
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Welll... I got a BC-610E in 1960, even-up trade for my Globe DSB-100,
from an Airman rotating in from Guam. I'm 62 and licensed in 1959. I got (back) into B/As in about 1985. I see the same thing here in the DC area. I have no idea what'll become of the treasures in the next 20-30 years? de K3HVG |
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"M. J. Powell" wrote in message ... I think I beat the others. I'm 74, licenced in '52. That's why I'm on BA! I was licensed in '52, but I'm not telling although Mike is a bit older. Leanne - W1WXS |
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wrote in message oups.com... Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. There's plenty, if you define the boomers as those born between the late 40s and early 60s. Probably the majority on this group, as we are the most likely to have some sort of interest in both computers and vacuum tube electronics. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. I'll be 49 in a few days. Although I'm not a ham, I've been to a few hamfests. I'd guess the bulk of the guys at the fests were retired guys, but that might only mean that retired guys have more free time. But it's my sense that younger people have less interest in vacuum tube electronics, and most of what interest they have is in hi-fi audio and guitar amps. Frank Dresser |
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I'll be 51 in a couple of weeks, going on 12
according to wifee. Been a ham since I was 18. As a dumb kid, I was always interested in electronics, and did a lot of dumpster diving for old radios and TV's. Hate to admit it, but I ruined quite a few for their parts. Had more than my share of military BA's over the years as well. Now I'm paying my pennance and restoring many of the old rigs I once destroyed. Steve W6SSP |
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Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? 65! Licenced in 1957. Irv VE6BP -- -------------------------------------- Diagnosed Type II Diabetes March 5 2001 Beating it with diet and exercise! 297/215/210 (to be revised lower) 58"/43"(!)/44" (already lower too!) -------------------------------------- Visit my HomePage at http://members.shaw.ca/finkirv/index.html Visit my Baby Sofia website at http://members.shaw.ca/finkirv4/index.htm Visit my OLDTIMERS website at http://members.shaw.ca/finkirv5/index.htm -------------------- Irv Finkleman, Grampa/Ex-Navy/Old Fart/Ham Radio VE6BP Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
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wrote: Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? 65! Licenced in 1957. Irv VE6BP -- Oops! That should read licenced in 1958! -- -------------------------------------- Diagnosed Type II Diabetes March 5 2001 Beating it with diet and exercise! 297/215/210 (to be revised lower) 58"/43"(!)/44" (already lower too!) -------------------------------------- Visit my HomePage at http://members.shaw.ca/finkirv/index.html Visit my Baby Sofia website at http://members.shaw.ca/finkirv4/index.htm Visit my OLDTIMERS website at http://members.shaw.ca/finkirv5/index.htm -------------------- Irv Finkleman, Grampa/Ex-Navy/Old Fart/Ham Radio VE6BP Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
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Charles wrote:
I guess that I am the "old man" 62 (1959 started) This news group seems to populated by a bunch of youngsters. I am coming up on 78. Bill K7NOM wrote in message roups.com... Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. |
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"Frank Dresser" wrote in message
... wrote in message oups.com... Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. There's plenty, if you define the boomers as those born between the late 40s and early 60s. Probably the majority on this group, as we are the most likely to have some sort of interest in both computers and vacuum tube electronics. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. I'll be 49 in a few days. Although I'm not a ham, I've been to a few hamfests. I'd guess the bulk of the guys at the fests were retired guys, but that might only mean that retired guys have more free time. But it's my sense that younger people have less interest in vacuum tube electronics, and most of what interest they have is in hi-fi audio and guitar amps. Frank Dresser Many of those "retired" folks had some good electronics backgrounds. Even if they were Mill workers - Coal Miners or the like, many ended up doing repairs to the equipment. So, don't let yourself be fooled that "all" these "retirees" were late comers into the hobby. Many of those "retirees" have ham set ups that would rattle your imagination. Then too, some of them would tell you - they grew up with radio but never took the time to get into it, and now that they're retired, they want to do so - so in that case - your assumption would be correct. The hamfests I go to are still pretty well populated by young and old alike. Maybe not too many "young" under say 30, but a handful. Enough to make me believe the hobby/profession isn't dead yet. As to those over 20 to say 40 - maybe not as populated as the retirees, but not far behind. Now for my 2 cents as to the above post (respectfully) Though many of the parts available at the time Vacuum tubes were used - were still available with transistors/ICs - and many still are yet today - isn't so much the reason for lack of interest. This argument has raged for the last few years at various times and even recently in another group. SMT has chased many away, but still - with all the "parts big enough to see and solder" without an Electron Microscope and thousand dollar soldering set - the younger group has seemingly NO interest. The SMD isn't the only reason. As I said in another group - you would think - that as much as these kids seem to be into computers (or were) - video games, cell phones, etc...... some would want to get involved. I said also that yes - though Cell phones and the like are created in China or where ever for sale here - the fact remains, someone still has to maintain the cell sites - and it takes knowledge to do that. We can ill afford to allow our technology and maintenance to be exported. When we cease "maintaining" as well, we're done. Our Technology then, may as well be tube state - because if we can't fix it, those who seek to destroy us would have an open hand at doing so. If the armed forces are the only way to get these kids to train now days, we're in trouble. The armed forces couldn't possibly keep up the pace. Just my 2 cents... clf |
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"CLFE" wrote in message ... "Frank Dresser" wrote in message ... wrote in message oups.com... Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. There's plenty, if you define the boomers as those born between the late 40s and early 60s. Probably the majority on this group, as we are the most likely to have some sort of interest in both computers and vacuum tube electronics. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. I'll be 49 in a few days. Although I'm not a ham, I've been to a few hamfests. I'd guess the bulk of the guys at the fests were retired guys, but that might only mean that retired guys have more free time. But it's my sense that younger people have less interest in vacuum tube electronics, and most of what interest they have is in hi-fi audio and guitar amps. Frank Dresser Many of those "retired" folks had some good electronics backgrounds. Even if they were Mill workers - Coal Miners or the like, many ended up doing repairs to the equipment. So, don't let yourself be fooled that "all" these "retirees" were late comers into the hobby. Many of those "retirees" have ham set ups that would rattle your imagination. Then too, some of them would tell you - they grew up with radio but never took the time to get into it, and now that they're retired, they want to do so - so in that case - your assumption would be correct. Huh? How was I stating any assumptions about when hamfesters got into the hobby? The hamfests I go to are still pretty well populated by young and old alike. Maybe not too many "young" under say 30, but a handful. Enough to make me believe the hobby/profession isn't dead yet. As to those over 20 to say 40 - maybe not as populated as the retirees, but not far behind. Well, the topic was interest in boatanchors. If you're saying that there's almost as many people between 20 to 40 with an interest in boatanchor radios as people over 65 -- you've noticed something I've missed. Now for my 2 cents as to the above post (respectfully) Though many of the parts available at the time Vacuum tubes were used - were still available with transistors/ICs - and many still are yet today - isn't so much the reason for lack of interest. This argument has raged for the last few years at various times and even recently in another group. SMT has chased many away, but still - with all the "parts big enough to see and solder" without an Electron Microscope and thousand dollar soldering set - the younger group has seemingly NO interest. The SMD isn't the only reason. As I said in another group - you would think - that as much as these kids seem to be into computers (or were) - video games, cell phones, etc...... some would want to get involved. Well, they sure sell a bunch of fancy video cards and other such computeralia at Best Buy and Circuit City and Fry's. I'm assuming the buyers are the gamers who are into upgrading their computers, much as the hot-rodders of my generation would buy manifolds and camshafts at the speed shop. I said also that yes - though Cell phones and the like are created in China or where ever for sale here - the fact remains, someone still has to maintain the cell sites - and it takes knowledge to do that. We can ill afford to allow our technology and maintenance to be exported. When we cease "maintaining" as well, we're done. Our Technology then, may as well be tube state - because if we can't fix it, those who seek to destroy us would have an open hand at doing so. If the armed forces are the only way to get these kids to train now days, we're in trouble. The armed forces couldn't possibly keep up the pace. Just my 2 cents... clf Military threats are so last millenium. Given our huge trade deficit and our enormous foreign-financed budget deficit, they'll just fly over and buy everything with what used to be our money. Frank Dresser |
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68, first licensed in 1956.
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You were a general at age 10?
"Litzendraht" wrote in message ups.com... Well, I'm 61 Novice License 1955 General License 1956 Extra Class Permit 2003 |
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Fred, I was a General at 11, a couple of weeks before my 12th birthday.
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I'll be 61 in a few months, got my novice in 1960 ( I think ) Wish I still
had the Valliant! Got out of Ham Radio for a few years to raise the family then got back into it and B/A mid 90's Ron H. K3PID |
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wrote in message oups.com... Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. 41 Regards B.H. |
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wrote in message oups.com... Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? This one is older than you, sonny! First two receivers built in 1941 (neither of which worked as "liquid solder" didn't seem to be a very good conductor). We used condensers, and resistor color code was "body, end, dot". After long struggle to reach 13wpm with a stick, got class "B" license in 1948. Class "A" not until 1950. Old (73) Chief Lynn |
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On Tue, 31 Jan 2006 12:38:52 -0500, "Fred W4JLE"
wrote: 68, first licensed in 1956. Me, too, both. |
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I am W4PQW ,age 77,been licensed since 48 . I have made the complete
loop and am now very much involved in BA ..I like the technical aspecs of tube equipment,the ability to measure,calculate and design circuits..Am Not too turned on by a circuit board with a thousand parts smaller than a pin head,on a multi-layer board with no circuit description, or parts nomenclature..Pretty soon Hams will not posses enough knowledge and skill in radio and electronics to justify our existance ,our license and use of the publics frequencies..Maybe I will just take all my secrets with me .. hi,hi.. Harold S |
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I am W4PQW ,age 77,been licensed since 48 . I have made the complete
loop and am now very much involved in BA ..I like the technical aspecs of tube equipment,the ability to measure,calculate and design circuits..Am Not too turned on by a circuit board with a thousand parts smaller than a pin head,on a multi-layer board with no circuit description, or parts nomenclature..Pretty soon Hams will not posses enough knowledge and skill in radio and electronics to justify our existance ,our license and use of the publics frequencies..Maybe I will just take all my secrets with me .. hi,hi.. Harold S |
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Harold, you're repeating yourself....
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Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? This one is older than you, sonny! First two receivers built in 1941 (neither of which worked as "liquid solder" didn't seem to be a very good conductor). We used condensers, and resistor color code was "body, end, dot". After long struggle to reach 13wpm with a stick, got class "B" license in 1948. Class "A" not until 1950. Old (73) Chief Lynn |
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KIDS, 72,heard radio Switzerland reading allied pow lists 44 & 45 on a
home made regen. o1a tube...Tech. 1976, Gen. 96...73`s Gene wb7ngi |
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SWL since grade school, Adv ticket in HS. ex. WA6KZB. BA were just used radios that we could only afford if we could fix em. TCS twins. AC6TK wrote in message oups.com... Just a question that has been rattling around in the gourd. What age group are B/A enthusiast-type folks here on the Net? I know we have the folks from when they (the B/A's) were the most active (and I'm talking SX11 here), but I wonder if there's a large following of Boomers that picked up on it too. I only say this because I don't see as many 30's-40's-50's people at the Hamfests and other gatherings as I see my elders (Gentlemen, all). So the question bubbles up outta the tar? How old are the folks on rec.radio.amateur.boatanchor? rgds, Mark S. |
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57. I can't imagine how I got here this fast.
Been a ham since 1961 or '62... First Radiotelephone since high school. I'm finally able to afford the rigs that I could only dream of owning when I was a kid. As a novice I started with a DX-60 and a Lafayette KT-200! When the solid state rigs came out I sold all my tube stuff. Now I'm trying to get them back! Pete K1ZJH |
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