W3HF
Callbook and Callsign FAQ
Q4: Does anyone else have old callbooks?

A4: The
ARRL has an extensive collection, and it is available for browsing if you visit them in Newington CT. Occasionally it is mentioned on their web site, such as when they received a donation of the W9IVA collection after he passed away, or the recent donation from the new owners of the "Flying Horse" callbook company.

The
Quarter Century Wireless Association (QCWA) also has a large collection, which they use to verify the qualifications of their applicants.

The
Radio Amateur Callbook Company, publishers of the "Flying Horse" series of callbooks, was reported to have a complete set of all books they have ever published, but it was not available for public viewing. It has been reported that they would send a letter to anyone who requested one, verifying that a particular callsign (and thus name) appears in a given book. I'm not sure of the status of this service given the change in company ownership, or if the collection still exists, given the donation to the ARRL listed above.

There are also a few collections in private hands.
Contact me if you would like some references.


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