Where Do You Buy Used Ham Radio Gear?

I got lucky over the weekending scoring some pretty good deals. This made me think, "why don't I tell you all what I do to find decent used gear prices"? I always check out the HRO used gear area first, but there are other things I recomend as well!
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[@jonathanimlay9524]

What's awesome is when you live 30 minutes away from Universal Radio and can peruse the used section in person! ;) 73, KA8GPM

[@adamant6016]

awesome tips josh! thank you for the help your awesome!

[@scoutinginthewoods233]

Thanks for the informative video josh.

[@stridermt2k]

I feel I did fairly well picking up a used modded IC-718. The original owner lovingly documented everything which was a big plus.

[@bluesdude758]

Universal Radio is a great place for used and new gear.

[@davidsradioroom9678]

Very good information. with eBay, you have to check out the seller first. QRZ might be a better alternative. Universal and HRO might be good, especially if you can "try before you buy".

[@rkaag99]

Not ham gear (could be maybe?) but I have found a lot of old wifi gear at thrift stores. If you re-task a router as a bridge/access point/wifi extender, it's a cheap hardware source.

[@itswift]

I got a good deal on a used TM-D72a from Universal, however when received, the battery was obviously damaged and held no charge. Universal sent me a brand new replacement battery at no charge. 👍👍

[@HamRadioConcepts]

OMG, did you just say Proll bro?? HAHAHAHAHAHA

[@southjersey10]

Sad, I would have said “prole” as well. Lol

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

Hamfests are still my favorite spot for buying used. It gives me the chance to give the item the 'smell test' to see if it was abused or in the home of a smoker. One tool I find real handy for shopping used is eBay's completed & sold item search. This gives you a rough idea of what the market price is for something.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Yes, both great tips!

[@jasonsambo6522]

i like it. mine had an issue where I couldn't figure out the dial

[@Trancifiedx]

The only "negative" thing I can say about some of the folks that do estate buys, is that they can take advantage of the family of an SK, low balling the value of the goods, only to turn it around for a lot more. A good deal for the buyer, but sometimes preying on the estate. Not all the time, just something to be aware of.

[@jeffzun1255]

The best place to buy used ham gear hands down, is ham fests, which, as a stater eliminates shipping. Then you must take your Elmer with you, because hopefully they will know what questions to ask, what to look for, know if the seller is BSing you or even knows what they are selling and finally if the price is right. Lastly, negotiate the best deal you can because someone is going to probably going to have to put some labor and parts into the radio to get it working properly. If you can't find it at a ham fest -- then I would start looking online or at retail dealers, etc. but you will probably be paying top dollar and again have to pay shipping, unless you negotiate a good deal or someone is truely desperate. Jeff

[@josephhacker6508]

Great video! I need to get an HF radio but I don't wanna spend $1000

[@davenewmyer3735]

If in CA or nearby, 40 Meters 7235KHz Monday, Wednesday, & Friday around noon Pacific time.... 7240KHz on Sat & Sun 12:30 P.M.

[@moki48]

THX JOSH KM6YVS JUST GOT MY LICENSE AND LOOKING !! 73

[@769270865]

What is your suggestion on linear amplifier? Perfer something just run on 120v with built in tunner

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Ohhhh I have a recommendation. Stayed tuned!

[@jasonmosler]

finally a video that is not 2 hours long

[@enyaw]

So are you retiring the MFJ-993B?

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Not exactly. Video to follow.

[@Bitstream6969]

Why the new tuner? Did something happen to the MFJ?

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

The LDG handles more power :D

[@Bitstream6969]

@@HamRadioCrashCourse Ahh that makes sense then. :)

[@JustMe619toby]

Is it normal to find "used" gear almost the same price as new?

[@chriscoel]

It can be all too common.. esp from private sellers, if you go through someone like HRO, Universal radio, etc they are more normal priced.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Yes. People seem to believe their equipment never loses value.

[@OldF1000]

In some cases its honey I tried to sell it ; )

[@user-vm2ke3yk9n]

Hey hosh is the ft70d a dmr radio

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Nope

[@user-vm2ke3yk9n]

Ok thanks il go with the anytone

[@1776FreedomNow]

is a ham radio license required to buy and sell equipment?

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

No

[@brickson98m]

Man, KZbin does not wanna work with me. Keeps unsubscribing me from your channel and I keep resubbing.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Thanks for keeping at it!

[@cmdr_talikarni]

When used is typically the same price as retail, there really is no use. Personal sales are typically 5% below retail to 25% above retail (how that works I have no idea), and online sources like HRO is usually 3-5% below retail which is just not worth it.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

That is kind of what hunting for a deal is all about. If the price isn't worth the risk, don't buy it. In my case, that tuner was a great deal at the HRO.

[@georgeNincehelser]

(Angry Blonde) (Smug White Cat) Pro 2! proll

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Omg I love it.

[@ubergeek318]

I use the Facebook groups, FB market place, qrz, FB is where my $75 yeasu 857

[@ubergeek318]

Being patient and searching hard always pays off. But it does take a lot of work

[@Gabagabe1]

I've never come across a good used ham gear deal.. it's almost same as retail price without the warranty.. I see no point.

[@Michael-nd7gh]

You're obviously looking in the wrong places. There are deals all over the place if you actually look.

[@ragheadand420roll]

Everybody knows.. with a clue...if you need used gear.. you hit up the m the f the w ... west side.

[@1958johndeere620]

Where do I buy used gear???? I don't, problem solved. I just don't want to take the risk of buying someones junk.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Lol. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.