Looking for a vintage tuner these days

thanks yogiboy!  I've been to the Oaktree so I'll check out audioclassics

You can also place a Wanted ad. Let me know if you want to at support@audiogon.com, Attention: Tammy and I can send you instructions. :)

Perhaps you already know about the fmtunerinfo site (http://www.fmtunerinfo.com) which has good reviews and comparisons of tuners. I found it helpful when I was trying to figure out what was best bang for the buck.

https://www.vintageaudioexchange.com/

Edit: Never mind, most of their current tuners are low end.

There are a number of McIntosh tuners on eBay for under $700.

Listing at your price
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis9egg4-mcintosh-mr-71-tuners

Attach a real antenna, and hear what the fuss is all about.

Looks a little rough, but that's just the chrome finish. which just about all will have (pitting,rust) to some degree. A good cleaning to prevent further damage is easy.

Assuming the seller plays by the honor system, it should be trouble free(relatively speaking). 
Mine is a daily driver, and often stays on for extended periods. 

I found a clean one  for $700 a few years back. Cosmetic condition however, for a CLEAN(rust free)with case now commands $1K+ in listings I've seen.