It was the case, I think it might have even been Chip Margoli who said that. 
Now that Dennis Mauchenbacher (sp) has taken over and with the 450 at least 
having a modicum of speech capability, maybe things are changing for the better. 
I'd love to performance of the FT1000MP if it were accessible.

Steve, K8SP
Lansing, Mi
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Eric Clegg" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Sunday, August 26, 2007 5:29 PM
Subject: Re: Getting on HF


I can't imagine someone in a high position actually making a statement like
that but that's probably not the first time I'm sure.

Of the big Japanese companies I think I'd buy Kenwood first.

I don't care much for Icom gear either.

Eric
KU3I