Hello,

I've been contemplating buying a good handheld scanner for quite some time
now, and after this week I'm kicking myself for not having one (I live in
NYC, didn't even have a portable AM/FM radio!).

Can anyone make any recommendations? I've primarily been looking at Uniden
Bearcat models, but I'm most interested in maximum features and frequency
range (ie search ability across non-programmed channels), ease of use, build
quality, and battery flexibility (the BC250D seems good, but would like the
option of using dry cells in a pinch).

Many thanks!