Thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread. A lot of great
information provided. Since there's an HRO in my area, I'm thinking to
go with the MAHA 2700 mAh NiMHs. The MH-C801D charger seems a good
choice: I like the 2 hour soft charge option. Since I've recently
begun scanning about a lot with the AR-8200MkIII and the GRE PSR-500,
it'll be good to have a more rapid charge than what the internal
charging processes provide on these units. Alkalines have served me
well with the Sony ICF-SW7600G & GR, SW07 and sundry Eton and Sangean
portables. But these wideband handhelds and scanners suck up a lot of
juice to do what they do. So the transition to rechargeable has become
essential. Thanks again to everyone for the many suggestions and
insights.

Junius