We've learned this past week that Tim Buehlmann W4TIM,ex N4IQA of Raleigh NC passed away last month.

Two of his friends are helping the family dispose of Tim's amazing

collection of rare early radio gear.

They are bringing the collection to the Charlotte Antique Radio Conference to sell. Some of the lesser items will be offered in the flea market on Friday morning. the rarer high end item will be consigned to the auction that will take place Friday afternoon.

There are a number of pieces of early amateur radio equipment, spark transmitters, tube transmitters, early receivers and a bunch of early rare tubes. I understand that there are a number of spherical audions, 2 "P" Pilotrons, plus a lot of other collectible tubes.

I have been told to expect an inventory list and photos of the collection that I will post here.

As soon as more is known I will post the updates.

This may be a once in a life time chance to buy some truly rare collectibles.

If you haven't made plans yet to attend the Conference, you might want to do so.

The Sheraton still has rooms available at the Conference rate of $83 a night.

Pre-registration forms and a Conference brochure are there for you on the conference web page.  http://cc_awa.homestead.com/Charlotte.html

If you have any questions, let me know.

The show is just 10 days away. You  need to get your per-registrations in ASAP. The pre-registration has been extended to allow for late registrations due to lateness of this news.