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Oct 13, 2018 at 11:05 PM Post #6,242 of 7,413
I agree with Ken. If it has side getter, it could be a rebranded GE 6SN7GTB.

Like this one:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/372333533360

See the GE dots? :)
I agree with Ken. If it has side getter, it could be a rebranded GE 6SN7GTB.

Like this one:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/372333533360

See the GE dots? :)
That could be it. Here are some more pics.

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Nov 8, 2018 at 1:50 PM Post #6,246 of 7,413
Quick question ; would you guys buy a tube with a crack in its base, if the seller has a good reputation (on eBay) and has confirmed to have tested it in an amp for any abnormal behavior?
Yes, as long as the glass is not loose.
 
Nov 8, 2018 at 1:52 PM Post #6,247 of 7,413
^^^ Ditto.

Also -- a bit of superglue in a hairline crack works as a nice filler and will work fine with the heat.
 
Nov 10, 2018 at 7:34 AM Post #6,249 of 7,413
Quick question ; would you guys buy a tube with a crack in its base, if the seller has a good reputation (on eBay) and has confirmed to have tested it in an amp for any abnormal behavior?

Personally, no. It might have some other issues if it's been handled that rough. Crack in equipment that goes constantly from cold to hot isn't usually good thing even if you glue/fix it.

Specially if it's some superduperuniquetube, is it really worth taking risk ? Don't get obsessed with one tube/sale, just move on :)

my2c
 
Nov 10, 2018 at 8:10 AM Post #6,250 of 7,413
Personally, no. It might have some other issues if it's been handled that rough. Crack in equipment that goes constantly from cold to hot isn't usually good thing even if you glue/fix it.

Specially if it's some superduperuniquetube, is it really worth taking risk ? Don't get obsessed with one tube/sale, just move on :)

my2c
I have several tubes, with cracks in the bases, and aside from the visual crack, nothing is wrong with the tube. As long as the glass is not loose, there is no noise and microphonics, and the tube test well, i say go for it. Some great tubes, with cracked bases, can be found at a discount, and work just like new.
 
Nov 10, 2018 at 10:59 AM Post #6,251 of 7,413
I've purchased a 3x tubes with hairline cracks - a tall bottle 6SN7W, a 6SN7GT Sylvania Bad-Boy, and a Sylvania VT-231. All from reputable sellers that stated they were good with tight glass. I have had no issues with any of them and even confirmed via independent testing. I fill the crack with super glue to minimize the possibility of extending the crack due to expansion and contraction that is normal with tubes heating and cooling. So far, so good.

If it represents a value selling at significantly less than one without a crack and it is from a reputable seller, I see no reason as to why not. :wink:
 
Dec 16, 2018 at 1:15 AM Post #6,252 of 7,413
Hi all,

question for the brains trust - how do you guys store your tubes? With mine now starting to be worth a bit, I'd like to up the protection beyond the white cardboard boxes.

I was thinking a small padded pelican case - not really interested in the vintage stuff on Ebay. Any ideas?
 
Dec 16, 2018 at 4:42 AM Post #6,253 of 7,413
I am using some pelican type cases labeled according to type and origin and chest of draws labeled in a similar way.
 
Dec 16, 2018 at 7:57 PM Post #6,255 of 7,413
Hi all,

question for the brains trust - how do you guys store your tubes? With mine now starting to be worth a bit, I'd like to up the protection beyond the white cardboard boxes.

I was thinking a small padded pelican case - not really interested in the vintage stuff on Ebay. Any ideas?
Try and get a tube caddy can sometimes find very nice ones for me this is the best alternative .I have several of these cases keeps your investment secure 5850343_l.jpg 5850346_l.jpg
 

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