On 5/5/17, Ken M va7kbm@outlook.com wrote:
Hello all,
Any thoughts on field cases for FT-817ND radios?
- Protective but slim. I'd rather have a slimmer case, and put the whole
thing in the pack of my choice, than have a manpack specifically designed for the FT-817ND.
- Because I will have two FT-817ND's at times, I want two cases, so I
can easily bring just one radio if I'm doing QRP, or two radios if I'm doing satellite.
- It might be convenient if the case will hold a second device like an
auto-tuner for HF, or a tablet or small device for digital modes.
- Able to operate the radio while it's in the case.
I've looked at a few:
- The Yaesu vinyl case looks a bit flimsy and is expensive for what it
is (but not bulky, so might be the best choice I've seen).
- The products from PortableZero are too heavy-duty and bulky for my needs.
- The HamSource pack is too bulky and overkill (if I were to carry two
of them).
I suppose I'd like something that resembles the Yaesu case, possibly with a second tuner/device pocket, but made from a heavier duty nylon pack-cloth, or padded in some way.
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A few years ago, I bought one from here:
http://www.powerportstore.com/amateur.htm
I wasn't pleased with the belt clip, so I later bought a tool belt and pouch from a home improvement store and I use that for holding my '817 and the case. One advantage for doing that is that I can use my radio outside during winter as the case helps the rig stay warm.
73s
Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL