[ICOM] AH-2B price

[Bill popsbh at comcast.net]

What about RX

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From: "K1GAX" <k1gax at juno.com> 

> A. Is longer than the average 102" stainless whip and is much heavier duty 
> (makes the average CB stainless whip look "wimpy") 
> B. The base is something comparable to a military mount (much heavier duty than 
> a standard ball mount - looks like something that belongs on a military Hummer). 
> C. The mount for the base is very heavy duty. Bolts directly to the frame of a 
> vehicle and is quite adjustable (I've used the mount for the base as an 
> attachment point to pull my vehicle out of a ditch). 
> Overall, I'd say the entire antenna and mounting system meets or exceeds 
> military specifications. If you're looking for an almost indestructible antenna 
> system, the AH-2B is for you. Well worth it if you're looking for something 
> that lasts. I've had mine on various vehicles since 1993 and other than a 
> slight cleaning every so often, it's still working like new. 
> 73, Bryce, K1GAX 
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> -- "Ken Kinyon" wrote: 
> Perhaps someone who has seen one, could tell me if there is a good reason why 
> the AH-2B whip is over $300.00. 
> Thanks, 
> Ken W7TS 
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> Kenneth E. Kinyon 
> 34 Princeton Circle 
> Longmont, CO 80503-2106 
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> E-mail: W7TS at comcast.net 
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