[Elecraft] AX1 comments from the field, and an AXE1 update (40 m extender)

[Wayne Burdick]

If you're wondering if an AX1 whip antenna might work for you, check out the early reviews here:

    https://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/14042

On a separate note, I'd like to thank everyone who replied to our query about a 40 meter extender for the AX1 (the AXE1). Based on the overwhelmingly positive response, we'll try to have these available as soon as possible. We need to prototype several units first to ensure consistent performance. As for 30 meter use of the AXE1 -- yes, that works, too. You just have to select the AX1's 17 meter switch position and shorten the whip a bit. The AX1 and AXE1 together will cover 40/30/20/17/15 meters and break down to just 6" long, fitting in our smallest bag (CS40) along with the KX2 transceiver and an AXB1 whip bipod. This may be the most compact free-standing, 5-band HF antenna available.

73,
Wayne
N6KR