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2026 May 24 @ 10:00 (UTC-07:00 : PDT/MST)
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• ALL items are AS IS WHERE IS, NO EXCEPTIONS. Our Catalogues are used as a guideline ONLY!
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* All Items not picked up by May 27th, 2026 will be considered forfeited with no refunds issued.
Collection of vintage vacuum tubes in original boxes. Model numbers include 1LA6, 6K7, 6U8, 6BH6, 6X4GT, 6X8, 3CM6, 3C4, 6T10.
Auction Location:
Back Side in Alley, 804 Renfrew St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5K 4B6, Canada
Previewing Details:
WE WILL BE HAVING A ONE DAY IN-PERSON VIEWING ON SATURDAY May 23, 2026, STARTING AT 10:00 AM TO 5:00 PM. CALL US IF YOU NEED TO RESCHEDULE A DIFFERENT TIME AND WE WILL TRY TO ACCOMMODATE!
PLEASE CALL US AT 604 653 9797 OR 1.888.267.0777
EMAIL: themadpicker@directauctions.ca FOR ANY QUESTIONS!
Preview Location: Back Side in Alley, 804 Renfrew St, Vancouver BC, V5K 4B6
Preview: May 23, 2026 - 10:00am-5:00pm
Pick Up: May 25 - 27 - 10:00am-5:00pm
Applicable taxes GST 5% PST 7%
Please make sure to include your PST number if you have one.
Taxes:
| Tax | Rate | Desc. |
| GST |
5% |
GST |
| BPST |
7% |
BC PST |
| NFLD |
5% |
NewFoundland |
| NB |
5% |
New Brunswick |
| NS |
5% |
Nova Scotia |
| PEI |
5% |
Prince Edward Island |
| ON |
5% |
Ontario |
| AB |
5% |
Alberta |
| MB |
5% |
Manitoba |
| NWT |
5% |
Northwest Territories |
| NT |
5% |
Nunavut |
| QC |
5% |
Quebec |
| SK |
5% |
Saskatchewan |
| YK |
5% |
Yukon |
Buyer's Premiums:
| From (Incl.) | To (Excl.) | Premium |
| 0.00 |
Infinite |
18% |
Additional Fees:
Shipping Details:
We are pleased to inform you about an update to our shipping process to enhance efficiency and ensure seamless deliveries. Moving forward, all shipping operations will be managed through The UPS Store in Burnaby, located at:
4111 Hastings Street
Burnaby, BC
Contact Information:
Steve or Brian
Phone: 604.205.5888
Email: store325@theupsstore.ca
This change will allow us to streamline our logistics and provide faster, more reliable service. Should you have any questions or require assistance with shipping, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Steve or Brian directly at the contact number above.
Thank you for your cooperation as we implement this improved system. We are committed to ensuring your experience remains smooth and efficient.
Payment Details:
If you’re picking your items up, you can save 2% by paying cash or debit, NO discount for E-Transfer! All items not paid for by 5pm Monday May 25, 2026, will be charged on your card automatically. If items are being shipped, your card will be charged twice. Once for your items and again when shipping has been calculated.
* 18% Buyer Premium will be applied on purchases.
* Plus Applicable Taxes
* 16% if paying Debit or Cash
* If paying by E-Transfer, please send to: Accounts@Directliquidation.ca
Password: canada
Accepted Payment Methods:
- VISA
- Master Card
- AMEX
- E-Transfer
- Debit
- Cash
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