20 Nov
2001
20 Nov
'01
2:13 a.m.
John Lawson wrote:
I have seen several posts on other fora bemoaning the fact that our
beloved Radio Shack is rapidly phasing out it's sales of carded
components, resistors, caps, diodes, etc.
I imagine this to be the case... and another blow to Enginerds and
parts-level hobbyists not lucky enough to be near a Fry's or other
still-functioning small-quantity parts outlet.
Experimenters: Time to stock up!
Cheers
John
Well the trend is these days not to build anything from parts,
especially in ham radio. Even at hamfests, the interesting goodies are
disappearing, because there is no demand.
The big retailers now make more money selling stereos, satellite TV
systems and cell phone service than parats.
Back to Jim-pack and mail order.
Gary Hildebrand