Mild rant: The mfrs are into planned obsolescence, especially on 2 mtr
HTs. Unless you are an aficionado of Star-D or other exotic stuff, what
do you really need besides digital tuning, PL, and a dozen or so memory
channels? Of course, my opinion will offend the Ones who must be the
"First Kid on the Block" to have the latest fad item.
Anyway, I really like my Yaesu VX-5, which is available used at
reasonable price. It's a 5-watt tri-bander (6,2,70cm)which is software
programmable. I was really excited when I bought it, but now find that
for my use, it is secondary to a good 50-60 watt mobile when traveling
away from the local repeaters. An old Yaesu FT-1500M serves for 2 mtrs.

73---afcsman
Steve wrote:
I'm looking to purchase one new. Have looked over the ones available
at Universal, especially the Icom and Kenwood models, but would like
to hear from folks who have experience with them (or others). Will
consider a dual bander as well. Decent audio would be nice!

Thanks,

Steve