My wife and I take a weekly trip to the mall. She shops, I sit in the car and scan. On these trips, I pack my 396T, 800 mhz antenna, and extra batteries in a handy little carry bag.
Horrors! I opened the case and discovered that my antenna didn't make the trip. I hurried into the mall entrance of JCPenney, went to the nearest register, and asked the clerk if she had a paper clip.
She gave me one of the thick kind. Works great.
Now, I have a paper clip hanging from the shoulder strap of my bag, just in case.
Works well for all my listening.
Amp