Can I send my device to you for restoration?
      Possibly, but be fair-warned that it could be cost-prohibitive.  We usually reserve our work for museums and serious collectors.    

What does a restoration entail? 

     A full restoration can take several months to one year.  Cosmetic restorations can take 2-6 months depending upon the original state. 

Are you able to tell me how to restore a machine I already own?
      Unfortunately not. Inexpert restoration attempts substantially reduce the value of any antique, and restorations should only be done by those skilled artisans who are trained to do so.

I have an old machine that I want to get working again. Should I take it to an appliance repair service?
     We would strongly advise against it. The components in these antique scientific or medical devices are not often understood even by persons skilled in electrical repair. High voltage, high frequency coils are a highly specialized field.  A better bet would be someone who builds radio coils.  Our advice: find someone with expertise in the field who can do it for you.

I found an old medical machine in a flea market, and it works. Can I actually use it?
     Most flea market and online auction finds have been sitting in hot attics or damp basements for 50-70 years!  That is when they were made.  The first risk you would be taking would be this:  risking your life to deteriorated electrical wiring.  The second risk you would be taking would be in what the machine is doing to you as you use it.

Do you estimate the value of my device to increase over time?
     Yes we do, but of course we can't guarantee it. There is an ever-increasing interest in these antiques that we anticipate will continue to grow as more people discover them and as time makes them more and more rare. And those in the best condition are becomingly increasingly rare as time takes its toll. If you are interested in collecting, or just in owning one, always look for those in the best condition.

What should I look for in a device if I want to begin a collection?
      Look for well-maintained, working devices free of dry rot or rust, with clean leather handles that show no signs of mildew or rot. Hinges and clasps, if any, should be present and free of rust or discoloration. Signature ribbons made of silk, will probably have weakened, but look for those still in good condition and where the gold leaf has not been worn off. Interior linings should be free from fade or excessive wear marks. Electrodes should all be present, unbroken and in working condition. Check to be sure end caps on the electrodes are tight and free from rust.