I've found the same  outdated thinking at the grocery store.  This is an 
outrage.

At least with ham gear you have  the option of a vast array of used gear 
at reduced price.   The used food market isn't  such a good option.

73, Steve KW3A

On 7/20/2012 2:48 PM, Harry Brown wrote:
> Hi folks,
> Well, as you all know, I'm in the market for hf equipment.
> I called ham radio outlet, very nice folks, really they are!
> However, if you want to buy ham stuff from them at least, you better =
> have the money on hand, they don't do paiments.
> I can understand that,=20
> It doesn't mean that I won't ever buy from ham radio outlet,
> but I'm gonna have to save up in order to buy it.
> at least my ham friend, here in the building, has his 570, and he lets =
> me operate it.
> Just wanted to let everyone know about ham radio places and how to buy =
> equipment.
> 73,
> Trippy, ac8s
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