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  1. 03-15-2013, 11:29 PM #1
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    Elecraft KX3 Value

    You all know where I moderate?

    I want to sell my factory built Elecraft KX3 system.

    I may moderate, that does not mean I know everything, although I do tell my wife I know it all,,,,,,,,,,,

    I need help deciding the value of my system so I can sell it. I LOVE the radio, I just miss the VHF/UHF SSB of the 817. I have been patiently waiting for the release of the VHF module but I miss talking to my local friends on 2 meter SSB, I am going to buy another 817.

    First, here is what I have

    Factory assembled Elecraft KX3, one of the first 50 serial numbers.
    KXSER Interface Serial Cable
    KXUSB Interface USB Cable
    MH3 Hand Microphone
    KXFL3 dual-Passband Roofing Filter
    KXAT3 Internal, 20-W Automatic Antenna Tuner
    KXPD3 Precision Iambic Keyer Paddle with the KXPD3MDKT Upgrade Kit for the KXPD3
    KXBC3 Internal NiMH Charger / Real-Time Clock

    The total I paid was $1605

    I also bought the Pignology Pigtail. http://pignology.net/pigtail/

    The Think Tank Strop Stuff carrying case http://www.thinktankphoto.com/produc...obe-stuff.aspx

    A Heil Pro Set K2

    I need your honest opinions of how much I should be selling it for. I do take Paypal

    Thoughts?
    http://www.elecraftkx3.com
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  2. 03-16-2013, 12:09 AM #2
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    I can't say how much you should ask for it but, damn, it's gonna be a lot more than I can afford or I'd buy it from you in a second. Good luck with the sale.
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  3. 03-16-2013, 09:20 AM #3
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  4. 03-16-2013, 06:51 PM #4
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    Keep the KX3, find a nice used IC706 ($300-400) or an FT857 ($400-500), you'll get more power out for your local 2m SSB contacts and the loss you would take on the KX3 will almost offset the price of a used 706.
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  5. 03-16-2013, 07:17 PM #5
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    It isn't worth any more than $73.88, including shipping. I'll get my shipping info to you later. Do you take PayPal?
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  6. 04-14-2013, 06:28 AM #6
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    If i were you...keep the KX3! Im trying to figure out if its worth having the repairs done to my 2 old rigs vs buying one new one (i know im an extra and should be able to do all the repairs myself, i have no bench equipment). I would love a KX3 in here.
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  7. 04-14-2013, 07:13 AM #7
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    You don't need no stinkin bench equipment.
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  8. 04-14-2013, 09:29 AM #8
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    Yea, sorry the swap meet you deal with has become a difficult place in many ways. My guess is you'll miss the KX3 if you sell it.

    KB3LAZ (The Island Vampire) has/was making a lot of comments about getting that rig, dunno if the timing is good for him now.

    If 2M SSB is what you miss, maybe a single band all mode would work? They are relatively cheap.

    I have an IC-251A for instance. Still surprises me how good it it is.
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  9. 04-14-2013, 02:29 PM #9
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    I'd trade you a well used Icom 706MKIIg and a half a can of beer for that KX3. I'd like to have one, but I've already got the 703 and I just ordered a TM-D710 from HRO with the thought that I might get a TS-2000 for Christmas.
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  10. 04-14-2013, 02:38 PM #10
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    I'd love to have an Elecraft, but kids in college demand I spend my money elsewhere...
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