I've gotten lucky, twice, on eBay, paying $200 for a
464 (like a 465 with an analog storage capability). It
had recent (but out of date) calibration from the
Canadian Air Force. It worked for 1.5 years and then a
hi-voltage diode went. Instead of fixing it, I picked
up another, also in good calibration from HP
(really!), and excellent condition on eBay for only
$45.00, with the DM44 option. It was close to cheaper
than fixing it, so now I have spare parts (darned
important, given that most parts are made from
unobtanium). 465's are expensive because they are so
popular. Not everyone knows what a 464 is and no one
searches for it.
If you get a 464/5/etc, make sure it has a front cover
if you plan to use it portably.
I also picked up (locally) a K212 scope cart only
dusty, for only $25.00.
A logic analyzer is also a nice thing to have, I have
a loaded Tek 1230 and a working spare, but that's
another subject....
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Received on Mon Oct 07 2002 - 18:49:00 BST