Keith: Not having a K3 in hand, I am just making a "best guess," but I would say, based on your self-description as a cw ragchewer, casual DXer, and contester-light, I'd say go for the K2/100. This recommendation takes into account that you want 100 watts. But if you're happy with the K3/10 power level, then you'd be just as happy with the K2/10 power level and then for your style of operation, it should be a no-brainer (get the K2, if cost is a factor).
I have a K2 (qrp only) and it is a GREAT cw rig. It is not the BEST rig, but waaay better than the vast majority. For cw ragchewing, I don't think you NEED the "neat stuff" on the K3, which appeals especially (but not exclusively) to low band DXers and HF contesters. At around $600 for the base K2, it is VERY hard to go wrong and probably completely impossible to have better "bang for the buck." IMO + YMMV. de Doug KR2Q _______________________________________________ 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
