Vacuum Tube Display Case

Or Jgiacalo, might it work to buy tube sockets and screw those onto nice pieces of wood?

Sure. Tube sockets screwed into the wood could work nicely. They would actually let you experiment with placement before you attached them to the wood permanently; a big advantage over drilling holes.

Also, check to see if there any local hardwood or woodworking suppliers in your area. You might be able to find some pieces of truly beautiful wood to use as a base at a modest price.

It might be worthwhile emailing one of the officers of the Tube Collectors Association and asking their advice, and if they can point you to a supplier of suitable mounting bases and/or display cases.

For storage, as opposed to display, you can find suitable egg-crate tube boxes at Antique Electronic Supply. Click on "vacuum tube accessories" in the menu at the left, and then on "boxes and crating."

If you contact one of the Tube Collectors Association people, let us know what they have to say!

Regards,
-- Al

The next time you get a delivery - keep the box!

I use the expanding wood trays used for storing silverware in drawers. I use cardboard inserts in the individual sections to separate tube type/brands etc. You can find these at most any store that sells kitchen supplies or big box stores like Costco etc. Very efficient and will hold a lot of tubes which are easily identifiable.