We have that actually. I have a repeter programed that is 447 something and has a plus off set which is a bit odd, but that's Vegas for you.
> On May 30, 2015, at 4:20 PM, Harvey Heagy <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>
> One drawback might be that if you find a repeater with an odd offset that is
> not according to the usual pattern, it may be hard to set. I haven't
> encountered that yet, but that could be the case.
> Harvey
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> On Behalf Of Tom Behler
> Sent: Saturday, May 30, 2015 5:57 PM
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> Subject: Re: Accessible Hand Helds
>
> Sarah:
>
> In my view, the only main drawback is the cost. For example, I just
> checked the R and L Electronics web site, and saw the price listed as $319.
>
> You might want to check other places, though, such as Ham Radio Outlet, and
> The Main Trading Company, because you could well find a lower price
> elsewhere.
>
> What I can tell you is that it is an excellent HT, and very easy to program
> both from the keypad, and from the Kenwood software.
>
> Another plus is its capability on the 220 MHZ band.
>
> I believe some on the list have suggested that its sensitivity on 2 meters
> and 440 might be less than might be desired, but I personally haven't found
> that to be a major issue from here in semi-rural Central Lower Michigan.
>
> Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
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