Why are metal tubes suddenly valuable?

[J Forster]

It's almost certainly for audio amps (or possibly guitar amps).  Some old
MacIntoshs used metal tubes, possibly the 6V6s. Whether it's a viable retirement
strategy is unknown.

Best,
-John



kd4e wrote:

> I am told that metal 6V6 6F6 1613 1621 & 1611 tubes
> are in great demand "overseas".  Anyone know why that
> might be?
>
> Another Ham told me at a recent Fest that he is gathering
> and holding on to metal tubes as they are valuable but
> would not disclose why - I guessed that the audio-fanatics
> have bought-into some new fad but don't have an answer.
>
> Inquiring minds want to know!  :-)
>
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> Thanks! & 73, doc, KD4E
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