[at-l] Radio for Backpacking

[jplynch@crosslink.net (Jim Lynch)]

Thanks!

Dave Hicks wrote:
>
> No Model # on front.
>
> It has a plate on the back with the name, "Optimus," the Cat No. 12-797, the
> frequencies, battery requirements (2 AAA) and a statement "Custom
> manufactured in china for RadioShack a division...."
>
> Chainsaw
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Jim Lynch" <jplynch@crosslink.net>
> To: "Dave Hicks" <daveh@psknet.com>
> Cc: "Karin Claus" <karinclaus@yahoo.com>; <at-l@mailman.backcountry.net>
> Sent: Sunday, November 03, 2002 7:35 AM
> Subject: Re: [at-l] Radio for Backpacking
>
> Do you know what the model number is on your Radio Shack radio?
> Thanks...
>
> Dave Hicks wrote:
> >
> > I have tried a few of "small" radios.  All had analog tuning and would not
> > hold a station very well.  Also the watch batteries did last very long.
> >
> > I keep going back to my 4.8 ounce Radio Shack AM/FM/Weather.
> >
> > I love to hear about it, if anyone has a brand that is very light,
> digitally
> > tuned, has good reception, and doesn't eat batteries.
> >
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> James P. ('Jim') Lynch
> jplynch@crosslink.net
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