Rf Parts

RF Parts provides general and hard-​to-​find electronic parts via mail order. They have a nice catalog and friendly staff (I’ve spoken to them on the phone), and seem to be a successful and profitable concern. But I have to admit that I have never ordered from them.
What I am reviewing instead is the neat little «museum» they have in their lobby. If you are an electronics geek or a Ham Radio operator and live in the vicinity, it is well worth the time to stop by and visit.
What you will find is a small room lined with glass display cases containing some beautiful specimens of old radios and parts. All are either in pristine condition or have been carefully restored. I found, among other interesting things, a Heathkit SB-​101, which was the same model I used as a Novice radio operator. That made the trip worthwhile to me.
I’ll also mention that one of the employees came out of the warehouse area and spent time answering questions and telling is a little about the owner and his collection. Apparently the display cases are just the tip of the iceberg, and there is another room just filled with shrink-​wrapped museum pieces.
I’m not saying that you should bring the kids and grandma and make a day of it. But RF Parts is located in the heart of San Marcos, and if you have 15 minutes to kill you might enjoy it.
WA6L