[TenTec] OMIN VII

[Gary Smith]

Dave Sez:

> I too observe a lot of negative "Tentec ism" on the bands.  I guess
> there may a jealous or envious streak in some folks, specially those
> that want to be like everyone else and own one of the "big 3".  

I can't think of one single thing that doesn't generate opposite 
opinions, given enough opinions and TenTec couldn't be any different. 
I'm a minor player in the radio arena but I've had several really 
nice radios that were new then & old now. Of all the experiences I've 
had with customer care, the very best was with Collins, Drake and 
TenTec. My absolutely most insulting experience was with Kenwood. 
I've had several "overseas" radios and they all were pretty but 
needed a lot of care & feeding. I've always felt TenTec was 
functional & with few frills but aesthetically with clean and 
attractive lines. I've always thought their receivers were the best 
of any I have personally used.

Of all the major USA makers since I started as a a ham, TenTec is the 
last one going and talking to TenTec has always been a pleasure. 
Their support has always been better than most and efficient too. 
I'll support them if for no other reason than they make me feel like 
they really do care. And indeed I think they do care.

O'course saying that here is for the most part like preaching to the 
choir. As long as they're doing the best they can for me (us) I'll 
keep on supporting them.

Gary
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