Standard HX-850s

nickcarr · #1 (**permalink**) 11-06-2009, 03:36 PM

I'm just curious if anyone has had a chance to use one of these on the water? If so, can you share thoughts about the radio in terms of quality, performance, etc. I really dig its GPS feature. The price is pretty good too.

Here's a generic link: http://www.defender.com/product.jsp?...1542&id=966926

FLRAILMAN · #2 (**permalink**) 11-06-2009, 08:34 PM

Nick here is their website: Welcome to StandardHorizon.com
click on "products" then "handheld VHF" then "HX850S" & you can download their brochure & owners manual. Sounds like a real cool unit, have fun.

FLRAILMAN

nickcarr · #3 (**permalink**) 11-07-2009, 11:00 PM

Thanks FLRAILMAN but I already know how to find the specifications. I'm just seeking user-reports from someone who has used one.

DannB · #4 (**permalink**) 11-15-2009, 06:57 PM

I havent used the model your asking about but just to say a bit on the the brand. they make a very very good radio. i have used other models and i was very impressed with there performance.A great performer.I know your asking about a paticular model,but i just wanted to mention my observations on the brand.

nickcarr · #5 (**permalink**) 11-20-2009, 03:36 AM

Yes I had one of their amateur radios many years ago but it was stolen (along with my car!)
Yaesu bought out Standard several years ago.