[Elecraft] How much is enough?

[Ron D'Eau Claire]

I have an HP1740A analog scope (from the 1970's) that is my workhorse. After
40 years in service it still takes a lick'n' and keeps on tick'n'. 

Equally importantly, we 'understand' each other. 

If one doesn't learn to use a tool, understanding its idiosyncrasies and
limitations, it's not worth buying it. That includes any piece of test
equipment. Without that knowledge, the best gear will lead the user astray
more often that help inform. 

So, being a touch lazy, I put making the jump to the latest and greatest
until I see a specific need. 

73,
Ron AC7AC 

-----Original Message-----

A nice scope is sure fun to have around the old test bench. Perfectly
good  analogue scopes that cost many thousands 20 to 40 years ago are
available for less than a penny on the dollar these days, and are more
than enough for work on HF gear.

Chip
AE5KA