I would recommend checking out the new Degen 1103, new for around $65
shipped.

DeWayne

Mmmm, maybe. Its a grey market radio, quality control I heard is iffy and
warranty service is send it back to Hong Kong and forget about SWL for 4
months.

The 1103 would be excellent as a knock around portable if you need something
which may get damaged or stolen during extensive travels. But I would not
recommend it as a starter or as a person's sole radio. Resale would be
practically nil whereas the 7600GR is in demand (for good reason) and would
be relatively easier to resell if a first time SW listener lost interest or
won the lottery.

all IMO.