I’ve used that Dehavilland/Chimera list as a guide and found the results spot on, although not complete. The VT-231 Tung-Sol, round black plates have it all, air, dynamics, 3D image, and a premium price.
As stated above, Sylvanias are neutral with airy highs. These are the go to tubes for clear top-end extension. All the RCA’s have a classic warm presentation with open sonics and excellent soundstaging. Amperex Bugle Boys have airy highs with amazing 3D imaging.There are so many good tubes on that list, try to buy from a dealer who accepts returns or exchanges. A good source of tube info and a very good dealer is Brent Jesee. http://www.audiotubes.com/6sn7.htm
As someone who only just entered the world of tube amps (but knew quite well of their strong appeal among the Hi-Fi community for years), it seems crazy why few if anyone actually makes these specific tubes anymore, given the way you describer their aural performance. Is it because they are too difficult and/or expensive to clone perfectly or because there’s not enough demand even to do short runs of them?