HI Harvey,
I agree with you on all points here.

I rememberin the 1980s I used to visit my father in law up in the state of 
Maine and could operate his rig without any help at all.

I used an Optacon and a calculator lens to read the led display.

I could also use that same technology to read the displays on a couple of 
Icom rigs I owned.

I've nevr had such freedom.

I've got to get my Optacon revived and see if I can get another calculator 
lens.

During the 1990s I sold my calculator lens andmy small print lens because I 
needed the money. Should have kept both of them.

I'm off to see Ellen and a couple of other ham buddies in Stockton this 
weekend.

I'll pass along your regards to Ellen.

Have a great weekend.

73,

Eric
KU3I


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