[Boatanchors] Advice Needed

[Jim Wiley]

Have him look at the new Kenwood TS-590.  A very capable radio.  Just 
marginally inferior to the Elecraft K3, which is more costly when fully 
loaded.    Another alternative is a good used rig.  Yesterday's top of 
the line radios are very affordable (used, in excellent condition) when 
they are no longer the "latest and greatest".   Not a boat anchor to be 
sure, but he wants something that works in today's world.   Running the 
"old iron" is a joy to be sure, but is perhaps not something for the 
faint of heart - and nostalgia aside, there is no question that the 
modern gear can run rings around the old stuff. .


- Jim, KL7CC



David Knepper wrote:
> A local ham asked me for some advice on purchasing a new transceiver.
>
> He is looking at the new TS-450.
>
> Without going into great detail, what should I tell him before he spend his limited funds - under $2,000.
>
> Also where should he purchase the radio:  AES, HRO, etc.
>
> Thank you
>
> David Knepper, W3CRA/W3ST
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