JimK wrote:
Hello, I'm interested in trying shortwave listening. I have narrowed
my choices to the Kaito 1103, and Sony SW7600GR.

I would very much appreciate any opinions on which you prefer, and
why.

Also, is lack of wide/narrow switch on the Sony a problem?

Thanks.

You're about 20 years too late. Shortwave broadcasting is dead.
Perhaps you'd enjoy utility monitoring; for that you'll need a better
radio.