[Dx-qsl] Disappointed

Sat, 16 Feb 2002 18:37:41 -0600

Steve and Kevin,
    I am surprized by the number of U.S. hams who send a direct card with no
sase. I frequently receive these after the NAQP or one of the 160 tests. In
the past I just trashed them but for the last couple of years have relented
and sent, direct, a card. As you know, the bureau isn't an option for
domestic cards. I don't know why anyone would send a card, requesting a
reply, and not have the courtesy to include and sase. Just my two cents
worth. Steve, NN4T.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Steven Wheatley KU9C" <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, February 16, 2002 1:33 PM
Subject: Re: [Dx-qsl] Disappointed


> Hi Kevin,
>
> You might suggest to your friend that he/she should respond to these cards
via the bureau.  I am a FIRM believer that every QSL should be answered in
kind, but if the SASE isn't included with the card, or insufficient postage,
etc., it should be answered, but using the bureau system.
>
> I'm surprised, however, that the number of folks you encountered without a
SASE.  What may be at issue here is that it's known that your buddy answers
without a SASE, at least the first time.  I SUREHLY HOPE folks are not
taking advantage of this generousity.
>
> Sadly, even a bureau response to these will cost your friend a small
amount.  However, if the DX stations are rare enough, there should be enough
'extra' to cover this expense.....maybe not with printing expensive
cards...but there should be a work-around.
>
> 73
> Steve KU9C
>
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