Topic: 857 vs 897

[Orbital-Burn]

Now at Hamcity.com, they've got the 857 for $660 and the 897 for $780.  which is better and why?  I'm leaning towards the 857, as it's like 1/4th the physical size, and has 100W output w/o having to get an external amp.  Of course, if I wanted to use it away from house or truck or 4wheeler, I'd have to carry car battery along.

[Orbital-Burn]

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[Jeff]

I'd go to eham.net and read the reviews on both units.  When I get the chance I'll probably read the reviews too.