[Elecraft] K4 whining

[Michael Downs]

Maybe we can all take a deep breath, relax and remember amateur radio is a hobby. Try to have some fun while we await our K4s. Peace y’all. 

Mike, ks7d 
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> On Mar 31, 2021, at 3:26 PM, Mike Smith VE9AA <ve9aa at nbnet.nb.ca> wrote:
> 
> I did not put down a deposit on a K4.  When I heard about the first case of
> Covid, that stopped me in my tracks.  Yes, I know many weren't so lucky and
> put $$ down at "Dayton".
> 
> 
> 
> I watch the videos from Elecraft or read the great synopsis from fellas like
> Kimo, KH7U(and others) and read the mail on the various email lists here and
> there to get an idea when the K4 might be available.
> 
> I am actually holding out for a K4HD (or 2!) to do SO2R contesting.
> 
> 
> 
> I don't think you'd want even BI-WEEKLY updates from a company struggling to
> meet demands.
> 
> What company would do that anyways? If you are not aware of what they've
> been up against, you must have been living under a rock the past 16 months.
> 
> 
> 
> Nearly everyone understands what it takes to make a K4 and why they just
> can't supply one at this moment.  I am sure they'd love to ship 5000 units
> this week, IF THEY COULD.
> 
> 
> 
> Covid-19, wildfires, staff sickness, staff retirements, price increases,
> product redesign and probably more that we have no idea about or have any
> business knowing.
> 
> 
> 
> So, why don't you fellas please cut them a little slack and if you're really
> just mad and can't get over it, just apply to get your $$ back and go buy a
> YaeKenCom radio or 40 year old Heathkit.
> 
> 
> 
> The whining is getting loud.
> 
> 
> 
> No amount of it will help.
> 
> 
> 
> Mike VE9AA
> 
> 
> 
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