[Elecraft] K2 vs K3 re: final COST

[Julian G4ILO]

On 7/1/07, Don Wilhelm <w3fpr at earthlink.net> wrote:
>
> Comparisons are being made between an assembled K2 and the K3 kit price.
>   When you use the assembled K3 prices, there is still room for the
> lower priced K2. the kit to assembled differential on the K3 adds $200
> or more depending on the power level, sub-receiver, etc.
>
> The K2 is still more modular than the K3, so in cases where the buyer
> wants a basic QRP K2 with no options, it may be cost effective for some.

I don't think price enters into it if you want the fun of building
your radio. I seem to remember that Heathkit radios were more
expensive than ready built Japanese gear. Perhaps that's why they went
out of business, but it wouldn't have stopped me buying one if I'd had
the money back in thise days.

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Julian, G4ILO
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