[TowerTalk] Saxton cable from Steve, DavisRF

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>From Steve Davis, K1PEK
 
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Saxton Cable went out of biz at least 40 or more years ago. I would strongly suggest that you do not use that RG59/U, it is way too old.  But using it or not may depend on your application. 
For RF:  you could test it, thoroughly, to see if any good. 
 
At any rate, the specs most likely are in line with specs for any RG59/U currently as that cable complied with the RG (Radio General) specs back then, which haven't changed over the years other than if it has produced to its Mil Spec'd, there are certain changes to the Mil Spec over the years, however the electrical and mechanical characteristics are the same. 
   Also, currently there are more than a few versions of RG 59, depending on application needs,  CATV, MATV but I'd be willing to bet that yours is as follows, for whatever it is worth: 20 Gauge copper clad steel ctr cond, 75 Ohm, 85% VF (possibly less back then), Foil and 95% braid , .235" nom OD, PVC Type 1 outer jacket  (not great life outdoors)
  73, Steve  K1PEK