On Sat, 21 Feb 2004 01:55:50 GMT, wrote:

Completely unfamiliar with Vertex quality/service..

It was formerly sold under the brand name Yaseu.

After a couple years I got fed up with my Sporty's nav-com and
replaced it with a Yaseu radio. It looks the same as the current
Vertex but had 3.5 watts transmitting power instead of the current 5
watts.

It's a splendid piece of gear. I use it as my only radio. I know
nothing about service, because I haven't had any service requirements.

all the best -- Dan Ford
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