there are a couple that spring to mind immediately that are still availible.
first is the Kenwood Th-K2at.
its a 2m handheld with all the modern features of a VHF HT...tx and rx
tones, weather, keypad entery of frequency, probably a whole bunch of
memories and so on.
Good price too.
The second is the Icom IC V8 sport.
Extremely well built, rugged, and powerful.  Also, as blind friendly as the
kenwood th k2at as far as HT's get blind friendly.
The v8 has the same general features, CTCSS rx tones, tx tones, weather,
memories out the wazoo, keypad entery of frequency, and a relatively easily
navigated menu system with some quick access keys for most used functions.
Both can be programmed via the computer using the specific software for the
radio.
check out
www.universal-radio.com
www.hamradio.com
both of these websites sell the th k2at and the ic v8 for less then $150 I
believe.

There are some older HT's that are great if you can find them on ebay.
The IC t2H is a great one, if you want an old style really bare bones look
for an IC 02at with a ctcss board installed.
i'm sure others will have some more radio suggestions for you.
Let us know if you find that th F6a, I'm sure I can send you a radio that
will suit your needs rather well, and some extra compensation as well
depending on the deal.

73
Colin, V A6BKX
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Eric Clegg" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, March 19, 2008 7:49 PM
Subject: 2 Meter Handi-talkie


>
> Hello listers,
> Can anyone recommend a plain vanilla 2 meter ht?
>
> I own a Kenwood THF6A that I have not been able to find since my move of =
> the qth last October.
>
> I've been looking at the reviews of the Yaesu VX-150 but can't tell even =
> from reading the manual how blind friendly that rig might be.
>
> I just need something that can work simplex.
>
> And if pl tones and such can be programmed easily that would be a plus.
>
> Thanks in advance for any help.
>
> 73,
>
> Eric
> KU3I
>
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