[Antennas] Re: Tarheel Model 200 or High Sierra HS-1800DX ?

[WD8ARZ]

This was exactly the kind of experience detail I was looking for. Thanks
very much for sharing it!

Yes, it has influenced my decision .... glad I had not made it yet ..... hi
hi

73 from Bill - WD8ARZ
wd8arz@ix.netcom.com

----- Original Message -----
From: "viewofthewater" <oceanview2002@earthlink.net>
To: <screwdriverantenna@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2002 12:00
Subject: [screwdriverantenna] Re: Tarheel Model 200
 or High Sierra HS-1800DX?
>
> Hi Bill,
>
> I've owned both.  The Tarheel is a copy of the High Sierra.  But, it
> is not a good one.  The Tarheel has fingerstock.  I had problem with
> the fingers.  The High Sierra does not use fingers, it has a
> stainless steel spring that you can replace when it wears out.
> Fingerstock is not easily replaced.
>
> The High Sierra uses phenolic for the coil and that is tough stuff.
> I hit the garage door and the coil did not break.  High Sierra has
> been around for about 10 years and they are known for the high
> quality and good customer service.  Go with the High Sierra not some
> cheap copy.
>
--- In screwdriverantenna@y..., "WD8ARZ" <wd8arz@i...> wrote:
> I am on the verge of buying either the Tarheel Antenna Model 200
Screwdriver antenna
> http://www.tarheelantennas.com , or the High Sierra Screwdriver
> Antenna Platinum Deal with the HS-1800DX http://www.cq73.com/
>
> Anyone with any experience to share with the rest of us on the
> choice that they would go with based on performance and
> survivability, not just cost?
>
> Thank you in advance!
>
> 73 from Bill - WD8ARZ
> wd8arz@i...