[TenTec] IC-7800 and PW-1 vs. Orion II and Centurion

[Rich Holoch <rholoch@comcast.net>]

There has been some comment regarding my "foray" into Icom overpriced  
land and a review I posted on eHam. All I can say is - don't bother  
with the 7800 and PW-1 if you already have a Ten Tec Orion and Ten  
Tec Amp. It is NOT a step up, and is NOT worth the extra money.
Luckily I was able to recoup most of my money and went back to a Ten  
Tec OrionII and Centurion amp.  If you've ever survived a divorce,  
you'll understand how you might do foolish things (hi hi).  I guess  
you could say I went a step too far.
My ex wife hated ham radio, and my girlfriend helps me put up  
antennas and celebrates with me after working an all time new one -  
so life is much better than is used to be.
Rich
KY6R