Interesting question, Carl. No doubt Pegasus will have a profound
effect on the radio market--both new and used. However, it may all
boil down to personal preference. Some like real knobs and a
front panel, others may prefer a virtual radio interface. It all
depends on what you grew up with. I think that Pegasus represents
the wave of the future, but don't forget the Paragon mystique:
Paragons were available under GSA contract, so you may find them
at embassies, military bases, Antarctic outposts, CIA listening posts
and, of course, U.N.C.L.E. headquarters.
73, Bob WB2VUF
Carl R. Gansen wrote:
>
> Last week somebody was asking about the value of a Paragon.
> I had noted that Burghardt's had 3 used Paragons listed at
> $1049 and just today moticed they have dropped the price to
> $995. What is the value of a Paragon now with Pegasus rigs
> available? Is a Paragon at about $1000 a good deal if you
> can buy a new Pegasus with warranty & 30 day return policy?
> Is the Pegasus putting price pressure on other manufacturer's
> general coverage rcvr/ham band xcvrs? Has anybody noted anthing
> along these lines?
>
> Both provide general coverage and the same ham band capabilities.
> I suspect the Pegasus is ultimately more versatile than a
> Paragon. I think it would be interesting see a comparison of a Paragon and
> Pegasus sitting side by side.
>
> Carl R. Gansen WB0CFF
> 9300 W 225 St
> Belle Plaine, Mn. 56011-4206
>
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