The 706 replacement was announced two months ago - look for it at Dayton
along with a blowout of the 706mk2g. For a picture and additional info:

http://www.qsl.net/ab4oj/icom/ic7000.html


"Bob Miller" wrote in message
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On Tue, 12 Apr 2005 10:39:10 -0500, "Dave Schmidt"
wrote:

Why? Its not like they came out with a new model or new features. Maybe
I
missed some news or something ... or maybe Icom or the dealers are just
shafting us hams. I mean, its not like they came out with some new
features
for the 706. Its the same ol 706MKIIG, just $200 more (new)



The price on the Yaesu FT-100d jumped about $200 just as it was being
discontinued, in favor of the similar 857. Can't explain the logic of
paying more for a discontinued rig... but look for a successor to the
706mkiig at Dayton or shortly after... I wouldn't buy a 706 right now,
certainly not at its elevated price...

Of course, Bush's cheaper dollar isn't helping things, either.

bob
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