I'd suggest going either with the Kenwood THF6A, or the Icom T90A.
I have not heard good things about the accessibility of Yaesu rigs.
Just an oppinion.
Best 73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ, Big Rapids, MI
----- Original Message -----
From: "Rich De Steno" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Saturday, September 13, 2003 6:57 PM
Subject: Accessible Dual-Band HT's
> Is there a blind-friendly handi-talkie that covers 2 meters and 440, has
> keypad entry of frequencies, has extended receive, and has at least 4 or 5
> watts output power? What about the Yaesu FT-50RD or VX-5R?