[Elecraft] Re: K rig's longevity?

[Steven Pituch]

Hi Keith and all,
When I got my K2 (#402) built I guess in about 1999, it was only a curiosity 
and sat next to my TS850 for about a year.  I finally started doing some A/B 
tests and soon after, the TS850 was the radio that was collecting dust.  Had 
somewhat of a financial adjustment a couple of years ago, and sold all of my 
ham gear.... except the K2.  Then when I got some cash I upgraded it and put 
in the amp, tuner, and dsp.

I don't miss the TS850 or the other rigs I sold too much.  I think that if I 
had sold the K2 I would have kicked myself later on. If you like any rig a 
lot I would say don't sell it to get another rig, because if it is really 
good you will miss it.  It is better to get the new radio and then use both 
rigs awhile.  Then because of the comparison you can decide later if the old 
rig is worth keeping.

When I get a K3, my K2 will be for portable use.  I may sell some of the 
options but never the base K2.  I think finding some of the lower serial 
number K2s for sale is a rarity.  Sort of like that Collins S line, or Drake 
C line. ;>).  Come to think of it, now that the K3 is out, the K2 is sorta 
"vintage".

Regards,
Steve, W2MY
Corpus Christi