The dbx file likely no longer has the messages in it, and since you've
deleted the bak files in the Recycle bin, then, without a backup, the only
chance you have is the extract from disk feature of DBXpress
(www.oehelp.com/DBXpress/), as Bruce indicated.

steve

"Fred the Ted" wrote in message
...
I've just noticed that I've lost two months history of incoming emails.
Last
Staurday O.E asked me if I wanted to compact my files and as usual I
agreed.
I do have a lot of files (about 5 years worth) in my inbox so I agreed.
I've
just noticed that OE has lost two months of files prior to compacting. I
need
these files back. Is there a way to get then back?