I don't know what is out there these days, but probably the best bang 
for the buck if you can afford it is the Kenwood ts 2000.  Covers 160 
through 440, all modes and a second receiver for fm on 2 and 440, 
doesn't do 220.
73
Butch
WA0VJR
Node 3148
Wallace, ks.


On Tue, 22 May 2012, Jim Gammon wrote:

> What is a KX3? I am looking for a 2m 70cm rig that will do
> sideband.  Does the KX3 do that? Jim WA6EKS BTW I worked a short
> 6 meter opening from El Cerrito CA.  to Vancouver BC earlier
> today on sideband.  A lot of fun!
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Howard, W A 9 Y B W" <[log in to unmask]
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Date sent: Tue, 22 May 2012 21:51:17 -0500
> Subject: Re: Dayton!
>
> Back to Dayton,
>
> I looked at the KX3 while at Dayton and it is a neat little
> radio.  All the
> functions are identified in CW.  They are still working on
> getting the
> frequency display to be annunciated.
>
> 73's
>
> Howard #3
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Tom Behler" <[log in to unmask]
> To: <[log in to unmask]
> Sent: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 5:52 PM
> Subject: Re: Dayton!
>
>
>    Hey, Howard:
>
> Congrats on the new TS590!!!
>
> Let us know what you think when you get and try it out!
>
> As for Gerry's coffee, the xyl and I bought some while we were
> out in
> Colorado, and strongly endorse it!
>
> Now, every time you use that suitcase, it will remind you of
> Dayton 2012,
> your TS590 purchase, and Gerry's great coffee!
>
> Don't know if it can get much better than that!!!
>
>
> Enjoy!
>
> Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Howard, W A 9 Y B W" <[log in to unmask]
> To: <[log in to unmask]
> Sent: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 8:10 AM
> Subject: Dayton!
>
>
> Hi all,
>
> I had a great time at Dayton.  I met Jerry and now have a
> suitcase that =
> smells of coffee.  Haven't brewed any yet but look forward to
> trying it.
>
> I bought a new Kenwood 590 and waiting for its delivery in the
> next day =
> or so.
>
> 73's
>
> Howard #3
>
>