Monitor buying time. Regrettably, it's looking like finding a good CRT is impractical at this point. So for the first time, I'm looking at LCDs.
I tried Viewsonic's VLED221wm, and to my huge disappointment, the viewing angle on this screen is so bad that the edges of the screen get discolored (red hue) even when you look at the screen dead center. There was noticeable discoloring at every conceivable angle I tried. A tragedy, because this screen nailed everything else image quality wise.
So what else is there? I've been a loyal Viewsonic customer for seven years (though this experience left my faith in them badly damaged).
I hear good things about Dell and HP monitors.
Image quality is a priority for me. Consistency is a priority: if the top of the screen is slightly darker than the bottom, no deal. If certain areas of the screen are more red or blue than other parts, no deal. I really do not want a glossy finish. Preferred 20-22" size, although I might be willing to go with a 24". Budget, probably $400-600.