[Icom] IC-706MKiiG vs. FT-100D

Tue, 14 May 2002 20:14:57 -0700

One thing for sure, you'll be on a first name basis with the technicians in
Cerritos, California if you buy a FT-100D.
John
----- Original Message -----
From: "Tim Gajewski, KU4IY" <[email protected]>
To: "Icom Mailing List" <[email protected]>; "Yeasu Mailing List"
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Sent: Tuesday, May 14, 2002 7:37 PM
Subject: [Icom] IC-706MKiiG vs. FT-100D


> Hello Everybody,
>             I am thinking about purchasing either an Icom IC-706MKiiG or
> a Yeasu FT-100D.  I have read through the specs for both of them and
> they are pretty much equal.  I will be using this radio primarily on 144
> & 440 bands for voice and packet.  However, it will also be a backup to
> my Icom IC-756 and for emergency communications.  I have had an IC-706
> (original version) in the past and know what to expect for operation.
> What are the differences, besides the nearly $100 price difference?
>
> Thanks and 73,
> Tim KU4IY
>
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