Re: A Hopeless Mahogany Case ?
Just a plain old box! I wanted to retain what was left of the logo on the lid; i don't think it's a Marconi logo but it's quite similar. i replaced the strap last week, and cleaned the verdigris off the fixing screws at the same time (lemon juice not cola, but it does work)
The Model 8 meter came with the box, a MkIII rebuilt with a MKII battery box.
The check-straps for the lid are re-purposed anti-topple safety straps from flat-pack furniture. Once biased inwards for the first closing event, conveniently they have a memory and never get caught in the lid. This might be because the plastic is woven multi-filament type.
I have a much smarter box than this, but this is one of my mobile meters and needs a box that under-sells itself to potential thieves when out and about!
Dave
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