There's a generalization I strongly disagree with. It is almost always more expensive to build than to buy something of the same specification. Heathkits, if I recall correctly, were never particularly cheap.
Ham radio, for me, is not just about operating. If I want to make contact with people around the world, I can use the Internet. I build for the enjoyment of it, and because to make radio contacts using something I have built myself feels like more of an achievement than making contacts using a shop-bought radio. The fact that I have got bored with every commercial radio I have ever owned, while my K2 is still here, is the proof of it. 73, Julian, G4ILO (K2 #392) G4ILO's Shack: http://www.tech-pro.net/g4ilo Nigel KC8NHF/G8IFF <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Most people, I would imagine, build primarily as a means of saving money. There's no point in building something if I can buy something similar for less money. _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
