yaesu ft-60r and reconsidering getting a license

[indydave]

i am considering a Yaesu FT60 and beginning the studies for getting my license. it seems to cover all the bases. But so does the Icom ic-v86.



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[Cameramonkey]

Unless I'm missing something, Go Yeasu. The Icom only appears to handle 2m. It doesnt also do 70cm as well like the Yeasu does.

 

[NHT3]

I don't understand Chinese???

 

[88E30M50]

I don't own an FT60R, but I just picked up an FT65R a couple of weeks back and a VX-6R last week. Both have been great so far but I'm still learning the VX-6R.

I chose the FT65 for the feature/price mix and like it for a nice, simple radio. I've only had it a short while, but like that one a lot. The VX-6R was bought as a more capable system and I like what I see so far, but the stock antenna is not pulling in as well as the NG771 I have on the FT65. I have a signal stick ordered for it.

I have never heard anything bad about the FT60. It seems to be a solid and respected choice.

 

[indydave]

i really was not looking to get licensed but like all skills it needs honed

 

[ditcherman]

i really was not looking to get licensed but like all skills it needs honed

The basic license is super easy.
Then if you want to geek out on it the options are wide open. I have avoided geeking out on it this far.

 

[cosermann]

The FT-60 is a solid radio. Have had one for many years, and just picked up a second a couple of months ago.

 

[88E30M50]

I'd highly recommend getting the license. Nothing makes better practice than actual use of a tool.