I Agree -- I like MFJ Equipment -- I'm still using the MFJ Versa Tuner II 945 Tuner that I purchased in 1979!! --- I recently purchased their MFJ 9420 and am having a blast contacting DX running QRP and a Sloper Antenna.
I have to agree. All of my experiences with MFJ have been favorable. I own a number of their products and am satisfied with all of them. I am even more impressed with Martin and his company. While other amateur radio manufacturers are whining and lobbying the FCC to improve their market, MFJ finds the need and fulfills it. Made in USA means something to me and I'm happy to direct my money to MFJ and companies like them. I've met Martin and he is truly a gentleman of ham radio.
john, im wanting to get a qrp radio,i have been watching ebay for a 20m or a 40m mfj. seem to run $100. or so, but i really want a FT817, but its no $100 bucks. and a buddi pole or the blue star ant. a camp rig or when we quad, take it with me system.
i won a new mfj 945e ant tuner at ham fest.so this seems to be a low budget way to go.
Good questions. The MFJ is built like a tank, simple and really puts out a punch but is limited to one band. The 817 will offer several bands but will have less power. So it depends on what you want most.
As for antenna, you can save a lot of money with a simple dipole. I use one often when camping. Finally if you really want to save money, go with CW. To me it’s the most fun of all!
I ‘really’ like the little MFJ radios. They are built like a tank and have excellent reception and I usually get excellent signal reports.
However, the MFJ is 100% analog so tuning takes getting used too, but easy after a little practice.
While I have the 20 meter version (9420) with CW board, I think if I had to do it over, I’d take the 40 meter with the same set up because 40 meter is usually open at night.
Good commentary. I alays look forward to the Huntsville Hamfest where MFJ will always be present. I like their products too. AND like the fact, they are NOT too far from Huntsville AL. 73 AI4QT
MFJ are doing the right thing keeping their production at home where they can employ local folk.Unfortunately in the UK many companies have off shored to far eastern countries.
I like MFJ, some say they have quality control issues, but the fact remains, if you have an issue with a MFJ product your issue will be resolved toot-sweet. MFJ is one of the few company's you can call and get your issue resolved quickly. If MFJ makes the product I am looking for, I will buy MFJ over another manufacturer!
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miki02606 3 months ago
I Agree -- I like MFJ Equipment -- I'm still using the MFJ Versa Tuner II 945 Tuner that I purchased in 1979!! --- I recently purchased their MFJ 9420 and am having a blast contacting DX running QRP and a Sloper Antenna.
Thank MFJ!!!
Dmmac 10 months ago
I have to agree. All of my experiences with MFJ have been favorable. I own a number of their products and am satisfied with all of them. I am even more impressed with Martin and his company. While other amateur radio manufacturers are whining and lobbying the FCC to improve their market, MFJ finds the need and fulfills it. Made in USA means something to me and I'm happy to direct my money to MFJ and companies like them. I've met Martin and he is truly a gentleman of ham radio.
VideoRanger 11 months ago
@VideoRanger
Thanks for viewing my series of videos and for your comments. Like you, I continue to have good experience with the MFJ products.
73
John/W5CYF
johnrob281 11 months ago
john, im wanting to get a qrp radio,i have been watching ebay for a 20m or a 40m mfj. seem to run $100. or so, but i really want a FT817, but its no $100 bucks. and a buddi pole or the blue star ant. a camp rig or when we quad, take it with me system.
i won a new mfj 945e ant tuner at ham fest.so this seems to be a low budget way to go.
what would you say? and why? mike..
mikeyB357 11 months ago
@mikeyB357
Mike,
Good questions. The MFJ is built like a tank, simple and really puts out a punch but is limited to one band. The 817 will offer several bands but will have less power. So it depends on what you want most.
As for antenna, you can save a lot of money with a simple dipole. I use one often when camping. Finally if you really want to save money, go with CW. To me it’s the most fun of all!
73
John/W5CYF
johnrob281 11 months ago
John, good videos! i want a inexpensive portable rig. im looking at the 9420 or the 9440, if you could only have one, which band would you choose?
KF7LRR
mike.
mikeyB357 1 year ago
@mikeyB357
Thanks for watching my videos.
I ‘really’ like the little MFJ radios. They are built like a tank and have excellent reception and I usually get excellent signal reports.
However, the MFJ is 100% analog so tuning takes getting used too, but easy after a little practice.
While I have the 20 meter version (9420) with CW board, I think if I had to do it over, I’d take the 40 meter with the same set up because 40 meter is usually open at night.
73
John/W5CYF
johnrob281 1 year ago
Well done sir and a big thumbs up to MFJ as well!
QRPisFun 1 year ago
Good commentary. I alays look forward to the Huntsville Hamfest where MFJ will always be present. I like their products too. AND like the fact, they are NOT too far from Huntsville AL. 73 AI4QT
AI4QT 1 year ago
Thanks, John.
Your reloading videos steered me towards Lee, who I have loved.
I am thinking of getting into ham radio, and would trust your recommendations and commentary above any other.
Involved6 1 year ago
What a wonderful commentary for a great company supplying the HAM community. Many thanks!
USNERDOC 1 year ago
Good John.
MFJ are doing the right thing keeping their production at home where they can employ local folk.Unfortunately in the UK many companies have off shored to far eastern countries.
Keep up the good work.
Sandy
g0vqw 1 year ago
Nice endorsement of a reputable company... Word of mouth from a satisfied customer is the best advertisement for a business....
stitchergary 1 year ago
I like MFJ, some say they have quality control issues, but the fact remains, if you have an issue with a MFJ product your issue will be resolved toot-sweet. MFJ is one of the few company's you can call and get your issue resolved quickly. If MFJ makes the product I am looking for, I will buy MFJ over another manufacturer!
K8PEZ 1 year ago
MFJ do make some really nice gear, i own a few of there items and they have always worked AOK for me... 5***** on this video!
radionut63 1 year ago