Atlas wrote:

Why use a SW radio? What uses are they for the average person?

Shortwave has no practical use for the 'average' person. We shortwave
enthusiasts are 'above average' people, therefore the 'average' person
should avoid us like the plague, or Howard Dean, whichever you think
poses the greatest threat to your health.

Steve
Holland, MI
Drake R7, R8 and R8B
"I swear by, not at, Drake receivers" ©

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