[HCRA] Rig Shopping - list members opinions/experiences please.

[Kevin F. Berrien]

Jim Mullen wrote:

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>Also in that price range is the Icom IC746PRO. Excellent receiver, all DSP,
>no filters required. Receiver is equal or better than the $2K 756PRO-II -
>just doesn't have the fancy spectrum display or color. But... Only goes up
>to 144 MHz - no 440.
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I believe I used the IC746 on 6 on FD, nice radio.  More the size I like 
as well.  Besides the lack of 70cm, what is the difference between the 
746, and say the FT-897.  Given the size difference, and price (about 
$320 per HRO),  what are the real differences?

Kevin