There is a supply store that I used to frequent that still has brand-new Despard devices that they've had in inventory for over 30 years. You can also buy nice brown bakelite devices there [Linked Image], and brand-new FPE breakers (also 30 years old.) The place is like stepping into a time warp.

I've lost track of how many Despard devices I've smashed with my linesmans.

[This message has been edited by CTwireman (edited 05-30-2003).]

Peter