Hi guys,

big thank you for the warm welcome, and indeed for the excellent bottle of Narwhal. I'm hoping to sink a couple more later.

Hmm. Good points have been raised all round. I was considering the 991 as a desktop / backpack radio I could use both at home and out hiking / SOTA etc. I have an 817 for backpack use, but it would be nice to have something with a bit more go in some conditions. Im believe th 991 has an improved receiver over the 817 (but also quite a weight gain, making it more in line with the 897).

I havent owned a 2000, but I have operated with one a little and it's a fabulous radio. I guess if I had to pick, I would choose pressing a button or turning a knob over scrolling rough menus. I'm unfamiliar with the FT100 and Icom radios. Sadly not had the pleasure yet.

I'm now sat here contemplating how much I actually miss twiddling my knobs... I may need to re think this a little before jumping in. Lots more reading to do.