Carl wrote:

I had checked at my local radio shack and the kid had no idea what I was
talking about. Walked around and said, "we must not have them." It's not a
very good store...only good at selling their toys, phones, etc. The Shack
isn't what it used to be. Can anybody recommend a brand / model for under
$100?
Carl -

Try HRO - Diamond makes some nice meters for under $100.00 - for instance:

Item : SX-40C
Description : 15/150W 144-470 MHZ COMPACT WMTR
YOUR HRO PRICE $79.95

Lee Hopper, NB7F
nr Portland, OR