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| Reviews Summary for The Complete DXer by W9KNI, 3rd Edition |
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Reviews: 36
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Average rating: 5.0/5
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MSRP: $$19.95
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Description: One of the most popular DX book ever written, "The Complete DX'er" is both the highly entertaining diary of a serious DX chaser, and at the same time full of lessons for DX'ing success. Written in a warm, personal style, this is a work you will read again and again. It very much respects and honors the traditions of DX'ing, yet brings a sense of excitement to the chase. The new 3rd edition has been revised to take into account the realities of DX'ing in the 21st century.
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AE6CP
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Rating: 5/5
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Dec 10, 2005 18:31
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great even for non DXer's
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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This book was given to me by an older ham several years ago, I had a blast reading it and I wish I hadn't given it away to another ham after I was done.
I'm not a DXer by any stretch of the word but Bob's book brought me right into his basement shack at 0330 in the morning, I could smell the tubes in the amp, the coffee in the cup and I could hear the faint unregulated sound of DX calling CQ.
He is a talented writer, I hope he writes another book about his QRP conquest.
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W6SQL
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Rating: 5/5
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Nov 9, 2005 09:24
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Informative and a great read
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Bob's book has totally changed the way I operate. Since reading it a little more than a month ago, I've added easily 18 states and 4 DXCC entities.
He offers advice that in hindsight seems obvious, but I have to admit, I didn't know it. Where I used to sit on a frequency and call CQ and work the same old 6's and 7's (I'm in California) I now listen 99% of the time, and actively seek the weak or the 'interesting' signals. My appreciation for the hobby expanded tenfold just with this change in approach.
Bob's writing style is very enjoyable and you will definitely 'get' the excitement of the chase.
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N4KZ
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Rating: 5/5
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Dec 29, 2004 10:45
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One of my favorites
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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What to say about this book? Once I started reading, I could not put it down. Bob's writing style captures the reader and won't let go. I learned so much about DXing from this book. I got to tell Bob in person at Dayton how much I enjoyed it. If you work DX or think you might like it, you must read this book -- that's all there is to it.
QRZ? up 5
73, Dave, N4KZ
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M3IGA
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Rating: 5/5
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Nov 9, 2004 13:25
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Great book - couldn't put it down
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Time owned: 3 to 6 months
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It is a really great book, I can hardly wait the sequel.
I found this book on the net, not knowing anything about dx-ing in detail, then I was instantly hooked.
This book is a very entertaining and yet thoughtful teaching aid, good reading and everything in all. Having got a British Foundation licence so far, the 10 watts allowed made me realize, if I want to do any dx-ing, I have to do some serious work on my non-existing cw skills. All of the effect of this book. And my first ever cw qso - it was a thrilling experience.
Thanks again Bob!
I can thoroughly recommend only this book to everyone, regardless of experience. This really means the difference between 'listening' to the bands or just turning the knobs.
I have to admit, I read this book 3 times (there are really very few books I read even twice!). I have not read anything remotely similar concise work on DX-ing. If you already got the DX-bug, you won't regret buing it, if not yet, you will catch it, just like I did.
I'd give it a rate 6 (if there was rate 6), but in the absence of other grades I will call it 60(dB) over 5.
Read it, you will be instantly mesmerised by the magic world of DX-ing!
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K9CIV
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 14, 2004 11:00
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Good intelligent read
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I should have read this book sooner. It reminded me of my sojourn on the DX circuit. The author presents a very readable account of his experience in chasing DX. He is very ready to admit his connections to Bencher and the book's publisher as he shares with the reader his methods for success in reaching the DXCC honor roll more than once. He presents ideas to keep amateur radio from being boring when you get so close and must wait for the rare ones to come on the air. Evermore the gentleman he challenges the reader to good operating procedures and manners in a pile up. He does not pretend to have all the answers as he tells stories gleaned from his experiences to ferret out the ever challenging problems presented by pile ups, rare DX, and courtesy needed to capture the QSL. It is not only a book for amateur radio but it presents some philosophy of life as well. Amateur radio is not the whole world and lessons learned in one area translate to the other. For instance, listening, very valuable in discovering the operating patterns of that illusive DX station. But, also, in life as well. Listening is a skill that brings rewards where ever we use it. The author's theme then is that listening and understanding is the key to success. Brain power over raw power brings more desired results. Thank you W9KNI for such a good understandable presentation. de K9CIV
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WB7FCQ
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 7, 2004 19:20
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Outstanding
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Bob's first edition of this book got me interested in CW dxing. This third edition has helped rekindle my interest! Bob not only says it all but in a unique style. You feel you are in the chair with him, seeing him tweak the knob, scratch his head and shriek when he catches a new one. In fact, I find it hard to sit down and read too many pages without wondering what the band is like and running to the shack. He captures the fever and it is contagious.
Been away from the bands in recent years. Just bought the book, dusted off my Bencher paddle and inspected the antenna. The latter needs work! Saw my Bencher XZ-2 audio filter yesterday--it was a great little filter in it's day and simple to use.
tnx Bob for another great chapter in the DX adventure.
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VK5GX
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Rating: 5/5
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Jul 15, 2004 19:12
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A Must Have
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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For the budding DX'er, or the seasoned professional, this book is a must have. I found this book to be straight to the point, with a good sense of humour thrown in.
The book covers the basics of equipment, antenna, station location (preferences) and also technique. In adition the two main modes CW and SSB are covered in equal detail to provide tips and ideas to every ham on the bands today and tomorrow.
This book is timeless in presentation and information contained between the covers.
I thoroughly recommend this book to every ham who in interested in DX hunting or contesting.
Well done Bob W9KNI, and Idiom Press.
(See also my other comments regarding the SCAF-1 Filter and LogiKeyer elsewhere on this site.)
Rating....5/5!!!!!
Cheers,
Paul VK5GX
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WI2T
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Rating: 5/5
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Apr 3, 2004 15:58
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Wonderful Read
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Having either lost or misplaced my copy of the 1st Edition of Bob's book and finally becoming active in ham radio again after finally completing my degree, I decided to order this book from Idiom Press.
To my amazement, the book had been updated to reflect some of the technologies available today such as packet spotting and computerized logging. In fact, it was some of these items that kind of soured my outlook on DXing in general. The challenge had gone. This time I decided to bring the challenge back by running QRP. And this has brought the enjoyment of ham radio back. Bob's book most definately assisted in re-learning some of the techniques that I had used in the past; tail-ending, delayed call, etc.
The book is extremely well written and the stories are told in first person. It is almost as if I were a part of the book.
I would recommend this to any ham that is chasing DX. And the best part is that it can be read over and over and, at least for me, I have picked up on something that I have missed in previous readings.
BTW, much to my surprise, Bob signed the book before shipping.
73
- Jeff -
WI2T
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AD5MU
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Rating: 5/5
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Mar 20, 2004 17:18
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More than "The Hunt"
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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W9KNI's "Complete DX'er" is complete in the most absolute way. I'd been an HF Ham for all of 18 Months when I set out as an inexperienced Op as ZC4GL back in 2000-01. If I only knew then what I just learned after reading Bob's incredible book, I'd have been DXCC with that call (as it was I got 93 confired countries direct and another several hundred Italian and Russian stations). Now I want to be a DX again!
The information in this book can be used in both directions and is guaranteed to make any HAM a better operator. The art, science and very complete techniques that are articulately captured in this very well laid out book will motivate any operator to get on the air and have fun.
I used to love DXing and now I love it even more because the information in this thoroughly compiled reference will intrique all of your senses, skill, and imagination in the quest for snagging the illusive ones.
Anyone who thinks hunting DX depends on owning a beam and linear needs to read this book and refer to it often. We can all thank W9KNI for putting in print what it means to be a real expert in the world of DXing.
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VE9VIC
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Rating: 5/5
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Feb 16, 2004 20:46
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fun to read
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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a nice book,fun to read and full of good things
for the dxer,s,a book you can read more than one time as many others good books,73 rino
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