Simon Smith wrote:
I am soon to take the Foundation licence test and I'm considering either an
Icom TS50 or the Icom IC - 703.
I dony know enough yet to come to a decision - What in the opinion of the
newsgroup would be a wise choice for a complete Novice ?
I realise the learning will continue AFTER I get the pass certificate - but
I dont want to make an expensive mistake before I even get started....
Any help would be most welcome....
John


I'd go with the 706MkIIG... the 703 is a QRP rig with a max output of 10
watts.

The TS50 is older tech, but still a decent rig. I run a 706MkIIG in my
semi, and have had no problems with the rig at all..

Antennas and tuners are a different story, though...

73 de AI8W, Chris