[bars] Suggestions for a radio for new ham?

[Tony Brock-Fisher]

Andy-

Congratulations and welcome to Ham Radio!

The FT-60R is an excellent handheld. It's very tough - I've had one for 
years (as well as a lot of others) and it has held up very well.

However...

You should also DEFINITELY get yourself an HF rig. Although if you are a 
Technician, your license class doesn't allow you access to much of the 
HF spectrum, with a bit more study you can upgrade to General (if you're 
not already there). HF is where there's a lot more action, more fun, and 
much much more to learn. So definitely get an HF rig and at least start 
listening in. Depending on budget, you can get a used rig (IC-756Pro 
series, excellent quality/value, performance) or if you want to go new 
the IC-7300 is a best bet.

Get on HF and really experience the magic!

73,

-Tony, K1KP

On 1/31/2020 9:49 AM, Andy Klock wrote:
> Hi BARS,
>
> I just got my license (as in yesterday) and now a little perplexed on
> where to start. I went into it thinking I'd start with a FT-60R from Ham
> Radio Outlet in Salem, NH.  But, I took a wrong turn and searched the
> internet for advice and now I have second thoughts.
>
> Thanks!
>
> F. Andy Klock
> KC1MOW
>
>
>
>
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