World Radio Labs - Did you know? In 1964 Leo's WRL Team were spot-on with the Galaxy III and V

I ran across a sales brochure add-on from WRL's Galaxy line. Leo and his guys sure had their act together back then. They sold tons of the Galaxy V, not so many of the three band unit though, as the prices were too close. Here’s a scan of the list, originally published in 1964-

Did you know? Galaxy III and V transceivers:

1. Have the most RF power output of any transceiver this size.
2. Are the smallest in size of any 5 or 3 band transceiver.
3. Are the most easily adapted to mobile operation (less than one cubic foot of space needed).
4. Has the finest six crystal lattice filter available in any transceiver. With a filter width of only 2.1 KC's at 6 DB, and only 3.8 KC's at 60 DB down.
5. Have receiver sensitivity comparable to any receiver available today, regardless of price, and better than most. Remember receiver sensitivity is BETTER than 1/2 microvolt for 10 DB S/N.
6. Have one of the finest dual attack and release AVC systems available, makes the receiver, on frequency, virtually block proof on the strongest signals.
7. Have an average of 8 to 10 DB of ALC, which aids in preventing flat-topping and distortion of the transmitted signal.
8. Have carrier suppression in EXCESS of 45 DB and unwanted sideband suppression in EXCESS of 55 DB.
9. Have selectable Upper and Lower sideband on all bands.
10. Are the only transceivers available, which incorporate the EZ VUE DIAL for minimum visual error of frequency readout while operating mobile.
11. Are manufactured with the strictest possible quality control. Each unit is individually subjected to rigorous tests that exceed any normal use for which intended.
12. Have been tested and demonstrated (at ARRL National Convention, 1964, New York City) at full output, (200 Watts into an accurate dummy load) for over 5 minutes continuous CW carrier, without loss of power output or damage to tubes or components.
13. Full uniform output on all bands, 10-80 meters.
14. Have shifted CW carrier for best CW operation.

Here are some observations I have from my own anectodotal experiences: Item 4 is correct- provided you have a good filter. Unfortunately, a bad filter is far too common on these rigs. It is the main reason you might find one as a parts donor these days. Items 5 and 6 are also correct. The receivers in these units are very good. Especially when you consider their selling price compared to contemporary gear. Item 7 - ALC was needed on these as most old timers would tune for maximum smoke- leading to a reputation of poor transmit quality and premature failure of the finals. Item 8 - I've never measured the supression but I can say if you tune them poorly (goes for any rig really) you will be all over the band. Item 12. If your tubes are good and everything is adjusted properly, there is no reason to expect the 6HF5 to be damaged. Nowadays, I would be loathe to try this test though- too few tubes and money left to buy new ones. If you LOAD the rig up right and don't overdrive it, they DO last for many years. Item 13. I never had a NEW Galaxy III or V, but I never saw an old one that had uniform output on all bands. Usually I've found 15 and 10 Meters down about 30 to 40 percent versus 20 Meters. I would be interested to hear if anyone has seen one with uniform output. What are your experiences with your Galaxy III or V?