Grounded Gate RF Preamp

I have been using this W1FB JFET preamp design from March 1979 QST:

Here it is in a tin:

The problem is that while it does amplify it also oscillates and that makes it hard to tune up.  However I found this design:

source: https://www.qsl.net/wn5y/ra01042.htm 

project: https://www.qsl.net/wn5y/ra01000.htm 

This WN5V receiver was available from the now defunct BG Micro:

I've never tried a grounded gate (or base) amplifier before but apparently they are often more stable.  Now to actually try it !

Best Regards,
Chuck, WB9KZY
http://wb9kzy.com/ham.htm