Subj : Interested in Ham Radio?
To   : tmcca
From : Airmailman
Date : Mon Mar 20 2023 13:36:21

  Re: Interested in Ham Radio?
  By: tmcca to All on Mon Mar 20 2023 12:55 pm

 >
 > Is it best to get licensed first than get first radio? What is suggested
 > first radio? The technician license class teaches you the basics than they
 > give you exam?

Absolutely, get your license first.

I looked at used transceivers first but to tell you the truth, they hold their value so well that it wasn't worth it for me. I bought an Icom IC7300 for $1100 after rebate from DX Engineering and I'm really happy with it. Remember the antenna too. I installed a 1/2 wave, end feed long wire, running about 6 feet above the ground and it works very well. It's no 200 feet tall yagi but it cost me under a hundred dollars and doesn't need tuning to use.

I've tried 2m and 70cm handhelds too using DMR but it was way to unreliable for me. I still have them but hardly use them any more.

Find a family member or a local friend to advise you. Besides, that makes it even more fun. Also, see if you have a local Ham Club.

Cheers,
Dennis KD4LLC

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