I am treading on new ground again and have decided to try for an entry level FCC Licenses. My reason is to become involved in the 2 Meter/440 Bands which I understand are very busy in my area. Also there is a Repeater Tower on Black Mountain which is in line of site from where I live at about 6 miles.

I would appreciate a few radio suggestions but not the super expensive units.

If you have had or are now using one, at this time, that info would be great.